Has the location for your data center facility been properly vetted? There are many considerations, and they have evolved considerably since many existing data centers were constructed and put into production. Basic Data Center Location Requirements First, from TIA-924-A-2012 (these…
The International Data Center Authority (IDCA) recently interviewed me about what their organization and standards have to offer. Here’s the video: Transcript: IDCA is a forward-thinking, modern-day standards organization. IDCA, to Lifeline, is all about modernizing standards and carrying standards…
One sure way to improve any organization’s information security is to adopt the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s security and privacy controls as outlined in its NIST special publication 800-53. NIST 800-53 recommends policies and procedures for topics such…
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is the official measure institute for the United States. It is a non-regulatory government agency that belongs to the Department of Commerce. NIST is responsible for creating measurement standards to improve efficiency…
WannaCry is not a problem when your software and data are hosted on NIST 800-53 (FISMA/FedRAMP) or NIST 800-171 (FARS/DFARS) certified systems. The WannaCry Ransomware cyber attack has stricken more than 300,000 computers, according to White House homeland security adviser…
