Framework
Zero Trust Architecture: A reference blueprint
10 min read
Learn how to structure a Zero Trust program around identity, device posture, application/service ownership, and continuous policy evaluation.
- •Define trust signals and policy decision points
- •Map data flows to enforceable controls
- •Operationalize exceptions with time-bound approvals
Checklist
Identity-first access: implementation checklist
15 min read
A step-by-step set of actions to reduce standing access, tighten authentication, and align authorization with least privilege.
- •Centralize identity sources and entitlement flows
- •Establish conditional access for risk and context
- •Verify access reviews and joiner/mover/leaver controls
Playbook
Device trust in practice: posture-based decisions
12 min read
How to incorporate endpoint posture signals into policy decisions—balancing security goals with usability for remote and hybrid work.
- •Define posture requirements and exception categories
- •Reduce friction with clear remediation paths
- •Instrument enforcement and measure outcomes
Guide
Policy enforcement and segmentation: get started without a rewrite
A migration approach for teams adopting Zero Trust controls across existing networks, legacy apps, and evolving workloads.
18 min read
1) Inventory services
Start with critical apps and data sets; document dependencies and trust boundaries.
2) Define policy contracts
Turn requirements into enforceable rules with clear inputs and expected outcomes.
3) Roll out iteratively
Introduce controls in phases, validate telemetry, and expand scope with confidence.
Template
Maturity model: measure progress toward Zero Trust
8 min read
Use a structured rubric to assess coverage across identity, devices, applications, data, and monitoring.
- •Score capability levels by control area
- •Set 30/60/90-day improvement targets
- •Define KPIs for enforcement and telemetry
FAQ
Zero Trust & legacy apps: common pitfalls to avoid
6 min read
Straight answers to questions about staged migration, shared accounts, brittle integrations, and policy exceptions.
- •How to handle service accounts safely
- •When to segment vs. isolate at the app layer
- •How to document exception risk and reviews