Case Study - Law Firm Enhances Security for Compliance

Hanger, Steinberg, Shapiro & Ash (HSSA) is a leading law firm committed to providing high-quality services to its clients. With a focus on security and compliance, HSSA sought to actively enhance its network security measures to align with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Akins IT played a crucial role in spearheading the planning and implementation of security enhancements within HSSA's network. The overall goal was to ensure compliance with industry standards, safeguard sensitive data, and enhance overall cybersecurity posture.

Akins IT deployed a comprehensive set of security configurations to address various facets of network security. The key configurations included:

1. Bitlocker: 

* Objective: Encryption of data at rest on endpoints.

* Importance: Protects sensitive information from unauthorized access, ensuring data confidentiality even if physical devices are compromised.

2.  Password Complexity:

* Objective: Enforce complex password requirements.

* Importance: Strengthens user authentication, mitigating the risk of unauthorized access through weak passwords.

3.  Endpoint Idle Timeout:

* Objective: Automatically log out users after a period of inactivity.

* Importance: Reduces the risk of unauthorized access in case users forget to log out, enhancing overall system security.

4.  Session Lockout:

* Objective:Automatically lock user sessions after a specified number of failed login attempts.

* Importance: Mitigates the risk of brute force attacks by preventing multiple consecutive login attempts.

5.  Brute Force Lockout:

* Objective: Temporarily lock user accounts after a defined number of consecutive failed login attempts.

* Importance: Adds an extra layer of defense against brute force attacks, protecting user accounts from unauthorized access.

6.  Password Rotation:

* Objective: Enforce regular password changes.

* Importance: Reduces the likelihood of unauthorized access through compromised credentials, enhancing overall account security.

7.  Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA):

* Objective: Add an additional layer of authentication beyond passwords.

* Importance: Enhances user verification, making it significantly more challenging for unauthorized users to gain access.

8.  Geo-Fencing:

* Objective: Restrict access based on geographical location.

* Importance: Adds an additional layer of security by limiting access to authorized locations, reducing the risk of remote unauthorized access.

The implementation of these security measures led to a significant enhancement of HSSA's network security posture. The organization is now better equipped to protect sensitive data, prevent unauthorized access, and meet industry compliance standards. Akins IT played a pivotal role in achieving these security enhancements, positioning HSSA as a secure and compliant entity within the legal sector. The project not only met but exceeded the client's expectations, providing a robust and future-proof security foundation for HSSA's operations.