In this lab, you will
explore, select, and justify the selection of a virtual private network (VPN)
for a midsize network.
You shall actually
identify the hardware and software needed to meet the network security and
users requirements.
The reason for this lab
is to allow you to experience the VPN technology selection process, while
working with a limited set of requirements and the current industry offerings.
Basic VPN requirements
and assumptions are as follows.
Access control to the VPN is
based on a user ID and password.
120 simultaneous VPN
connections must be supported.
User (client) connection speeds
range from 3 to 30 megabits.
No, or minimal, client software
setup is required.
No special hardware is required
by the client system.
Full data encryption for all
network traffic is required. Protection against man-in-the-middle attacks
is required.
Remote administration (includes
reconfiguration) to the VPN is required.
Access control and right or
permissions are integrated into other services, such as active directory
for Windows configurations.
Access (read or write) to
network resources, such as file shares (virtual drives), web servers,
database servers, and so forth is required.
Assume users will be using a
Windows, MAC, and Linux client system released within the last 3 years.
Assume a web browser will be
used to access the web servers. Assume the client will have preinstalled
applications that can access file shares and database servers.
Assume the host firewall will
support your selection.
The selected vendor(s) must
have an excellent reputation for quality and support.
Cloud-based, non-cloud-based,
and hybrid solutions are all acceptable.
Deliverables
Document Authoring Guidelines
Each section will vary in size based on the
requirements. Drive yourself to create a useful document for the direction you
have selected.
Lab Document Framework
Potentially
Acceptable VPN Solution:State
the general characteristics of one solution that meets the security and
user requirements. Name the vendor(s) and VPN services. It is generally
about 3 sentences.
VPN Solution
Overview:Outline the technical
functionality and customer requirements of your first choice for a VPN
service. This may take the form of a feature chart that is mapped to the
requirements. Include any special conditions, limitations, or exceptions
that exist. It is generally about 2 pages.
Network
Design Illustration:Using
a graphic illustration tool, such as Visio, document the logical design of
your VPN solution. It is generally about 2 pages.
Citations
and Resources Used in this Report:Tell us where you
received external guidance and ideas. If you have presented original
ideas, then give yourself credit and tell usStep 1
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Given the above
requirements (see scenario or summary), select one (1) potentially acceptable
VPN solution found through your research (see suggested resources). This is
likely to be a combination of vendor products and services. An example is
provided in the textbook and in the URLs below.
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Outline the technical
functionality and customer requirements of your first choice for a VPN service.
Indicate what the VPN can do, with respect to the requirements.
Step 3
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Create a graphic
illustration of the logical network design. Show how the technical
functionality and customer requirements come together in your selection of a
VPN service.
Suggested Resources
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Security Vendor and
Contributor Websites (See the examples below, but be aware that URLs do change
without notice.)
.google.com/search?q=vpn%20solutions%20for%20small%20business”>https://www.google.com/search?q=vpn solutions for small
business
.google.com/search?q=HP%20vpn%20solutions”>https://www.google.com/search?q=HP
vpn solutions
.google.com/search?q=Cisco%20vpn%20solutions”>https://www.google.com/search?q=Cisco vpn solutions
.google.com/search?q=IBM%20vpn%20solutions”>https://www.google.com/search?q=IBM vpn solutions
.google.com/search?q=verizon%20vpn%20solutions”>https://www.google.com/search?q=verizon vpn solutions
Grading Rubric
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Category
Points
%
Description
Structure
2.5
5
Use of applicable and creative
layouts
Documentation and Formatting
7.5
15
Appropriate citations or
referenced sources and formats of characters or content
Lab or Case Analysis
20
40
Accurate and complete delivery of
lab tasks
Executive, or Management Quality
Content
20
40
Provides an appropriate value to
managers in the setting of the lab’s scope
Total
50
100
A quality lab document will meet
or exceed all of the above requirements.
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