OVERVIEW
What is remote workforce security?
Remote work security is a vital part of today's work environment, especially with more people working remotely than ever before.
Think of it like this: at the office, you have locked doors and an alarm system to keep important files safe. Remote work security is like taking that protection with you, no matter where you're working from––your home, a coffee shop, or anywhere else. It helps make sure that the connections to the company's network are private and that only authorized people can access certain information, giving both flexibility to work from anywhere and peace of mind that the data stays safe.
RISKS
New ways of working create new vulnerabilities
Keeping things secure while working from home is now a crucial part of protecting businesses all over the world. And that means embracing hybrid work security practices that tackle the problem from every angle.
With so many people working from different locations, there are millions of new connections that must be carefully examined and protected. Employees need safe methods to reach company resources from wherever they are, and this might mean updating the old systems and technology.
best practices
Main risks when working remotely
Phishing
Emails that trick employees into downloading malware that steals sensitive data.
Ransomware
Harmful software that gets into connected systems and then demands money to fix the problem.
Spyware
Harmful software designed to collect data which fraudsters or competitors could then use.
Zero-day attacks
Targeted attacks on unpatched computer systems and apps that might be difficult to keep an eye on when working remotely.
Data theft
Stealing login information to get into databases with customer and employee information or breaking into them directly.
Sabotage
Unsupervised employees either intentionally or accidentally damage property that belongs to the company.
Hybrid workforce best practices
Secure network connections
Make sure that employees use secure virtual private networks (VPNs) when connecting to company resources. VPNs create a private connection over the internet, encrypting data so that it can't be easily intercepted. This helps to keep sensitive information, like passwords and personal details, safe from potential hackers or unauthorized access.
Secure & monitor devices
Employees frequently bring personal devices such as phones, tablets, and laptops to work or connect them to the company network. These devices can be targets for attackers, putting your organization's security at risk. By monitoring these devices for any unusual or suspicious activities, you can catch signs of a security breach early on. This allows you to take quick action to prevent any potential harm or loss of data.
Ensure multi-factor authentication
Implement MFA/2FA for all business-critical applications and systems to add an extra layer of security and reduce the risk of unauthorized access. By requiring two or more verification methods––something they know (like a password), something they have (like a mobile device), or something they are (like a fingerprint)––it makes it much harder for unauthorized users to gain access.
SECURE REMOTE WORKERS
Remote workforce security solutions
When one of your users leaves the safety of your perimeter you lose a significant amount of visibility and control over their security. The problem becomes worse when they connect from locations with limited protections, open Wi-Fi connections, shoulder surfers, and ever-present distractions. The attack surface is widened and data breaches may occur.
How NordLayer can help your hybrid workplace
Your employees are confident you have the tools to keep their data secure, no matter where they are working. Keep that confidence high with the right combination of technologies, from identity proofing, multi-factor authentication, single-sign-on, virtual private networks, adaptive authentication, and visitor management.
Smart Remote Access
Share files endpoint-to-endpoint when multiple user devices are connected to NordLayer
Remote access VPN
NordLayer’s VPN capabilities allow for safe working, data transfer, and file sharing.
Cloud integrations
NordLayer integrates with platforms such as AWS, Azure to provide seamless security across your entire business.
AES 256-bit encryption
NordLayer utilizes military-grade tunnel encryption to hide your traffic and online activity from users on the open internet.
Network access management
Set permissions and security policies for users and apps to ensure only authorized staff can reach sensitive and confidential data.
Site-to-site
Site-to-site VPNs act as protected tunnels between two or more networks, providing safe pathways to exchange private data—away from outside users.
Browser extension
Our browser extension lets you easily and securely connect to your organization's networks, including VPNs and hosted resources, using just your browser.
BYOD security
NordLayer provides security to personally-owned devices needed to enter business networks.
Jailbroken device detection
NordLayer detects devices that are vulnerable to attack and alerts admins immediately.
Device posture security
Monitoring devices for suspicious activities helps you detect security breaches early on, enabling quick action to prevent potential damage or data loss.
Network segmentation
Create teams and private gateways each with a dedicated IP, enabling admins to segment their local networks and restrict certain data to those who really need it.
IP Allowlisting
It allows access to a network or system only from specific, trusted IP addresses, thereby providing an additional layer of protection against unauthorized access.
2FA
Multi-factor authentication is used to validate a user's credentials, ensuring only trusted employees can access their device - and in turn - the network.
User provisioning
In addition to creating user identities in cloud apps, automatic provisioning also includes the maintenance and removal of such user identities as status or role changes.
SSO
Single sign-on allows you to use one set of security credentials to access your multiple cloud applications.
Biometrics
Address security concerns by authenticating users based on fingerprint scanning and facial recognition, allowing secure access to only trusted users.
Easy to scale your licenses
Add, remove, or transfer user licenses in accordance with how your business grows or evolves.
Seamless integration
Expand NordLayer secure protection to cover your offices, branches, or local networks.
High performance
No matter the number of users connected to the network, speed and performance remain high and unaffected.
Simplify license scaling for users & servers
Add, remove, or transfer user and server licenses with ease, adapting to the growth and evolution of your business.
OUR INSIGHTS
Hybrid Work security resources
OUR SOLUTIONS
Security across your business
NordLayer provides security in every layer of a hybrid cloud environment to help accelerate innovation and securely build, modernize or migrate mission-critical workloads.
