Implementing A Secure Network Monitoring and Incident Response System

The document outlines the implementation of a secure network monitoring and incident response system, detailing the architecture, required equipment, and research methodology. It emphasizes the importance of network sensors, a central monitoring system, and an incident response team to proactively identify and respond to threats. Additionally, it includes a feasibility analysis covering cost, technical and operational feasibility, and risk assessment.

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Implementing a

Secure Network
Monitoring and
Incident Response
System
This presentation outlines the process for implementing a secure network
monitoring and incident response system, using a systematic approach. By
adopting this framework, you can ensure the security and reliability of your
network infrastructure, proactively identify threats, and respond effectively
to incidents.

by Hrishabh Chandra
Block Diagram / System Architecture
Network Sensors Central Monitoring System Incident Response Team

Network sensors, such as intrusion A security information and event A dedicated incident response
detection systems (IDS) and management (SIEM) system serves team is responsible for analyzing
firewalls, are deployed throughout as the central hub for collecting, alerts, investigating incidents, and
the network to monitor traffic and analyzing, and correlating security implementing corrective actions.
detect suspicious activity. Sensors data from various network sensors. The team collaborates with
gather real-time data on network The SIEM system provides a network administrators and
events and transmit it to the comprehensive view of network security professionals to contain
central monitoring system. activity and facilitates real-time the impact of threats and restore
threat detection. network functionality.
Experimental Setup Design
Network Emulation Threat Injection
A controlled environment can be Injecting simulated attacks,
created to simulate various such as malware, phishing
network scenarios and evaluate attempts, or denial-of-service
the effectiveness of the attacks, can assess the system's
monitoring and incident ability to detect and respond to
response system. This allows for threats. This helps evaluate the
testing different security effectiveness of security
configurations and responses controls and identify potential
under realistic conditions. vulnerabilities.

Performance Monitoring
Continuous performance monitoring tools are used to track the
system's resource utilization, latency, and response times. This helps
ensure that the monitoring and incident response system is operating
efficiently and effectively under high traffic loads or during security
incidents.
List of Required Equipment/Software
Intrusion Detection System (IDS) Snort, Suricata

Firewall pfSense, Cisco ASA

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Splunk, ELK Stack

Network Analysis Tools Wireshark, tcpdump

Incident Response Software TheHive, MISP

Research Methodology
1 Literature Review
Conduct a comprehensive review of existing literature on network monitoring,
incident response, and relevant security technologies. This helps understand
current practices, challenges, and emerging trends in the field.

2 Data Collection
Collect data from network sensors, security logs, and other relevant sources. This
data is used to analyze network activity, identify anomalies, and investigate
security incidents.

3 Data Analysis
Analyze collected data using statistical methods, machine learning algorithms,
and other data analysis techniques. This helps identify patterns, detect threats,
and determine the root causes of security incidents.

4 Evaluation
Evaluate the effectiveness of the monitoring and incident response system based
on its ability to detect threats, respond to incidents, and minimize the impact of
security breaches.
Data Collection Plan
1 Network Traffic Logs 2 Security Event Logs
Collect data on network traffic, including source and Collect data from security devices, such as firewalls and
destination addresses, protocols, and application usage. This intrusion detection systems, to capture security events,
information helps identify suspicious activity and track including attempted intrusions, malware infections, and user
network performance. access anomalies.

3 System Performance Metrics 4 User Activity Logs

Collect data on system performance metrics, such as CPU Collect data on user activity, such as login attempts, file
utilization, memory usage, and disk space. This helps identify access, and application usage. This information helps identify
potential bottlenecks and ensure the system's stability and unauthorized access or unusual activity that may indicate a
performance. security breach.
Feasibility Analysis
Cost Analysis
Evaluate the cost of acquiring and deploying the necessary hardware,
software, and resources. Consider factors such as equipment purchase,
installation, maintenance, and staff training.

Technical Feasibility
Assess the technical feasibility of implementing the monitoring and
incident response system, considering factors such as network
infrastructure, existing security tools, and technical expertise.

Operational Feasibility
Evaluate the operational feasibility of managing and maintaining the
system, considering factors such as staffing levels, workload, and
available resources.

Risk Assessment
Identify and assess potential risks associated with implementing the
system, including technical risks, security risks, and operational risks.
Develop mitigation strategies to address these risks.