Zero Trust Architecture: How to Contract and Procure Zero Trust Products and Services

The zero trust security model can provide a better security posture, reduce risk, and protect an organization's assets. As the name suggests, zero trust assumes no trust; it requires verification and implements least privilege controls, limiting access to only what is necessary and only to those users, devices, services, etc., that require it. This session will cover the key concepts of zero trust, why an organization should implement zero trust capabilities, and how an organization can plan ahead to make informed procurement choices that incorporate zero trust into the services and products they procure.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, attendees will be able to:

• Identify the core principles of the zero trust security model;
• Recognize the benefits of implementing zero trust to reduce organizational risks;
• Identify key components required to apply least privilege and verification controls;
• Determine a plan for zero trust integration in procurement processes.