Question : Microsoft's Network Security

Hi,

1) A Friend was interviewed for the Network Administrator
2) She was asked to explain related to the Security (of the network) related to the Microsoft product
3) I told her that she would say related to the NTFS permission ; maybe the use of GPO for securing account policies, local policies, etc ....
4) I am running out of ideas ... (or other items)
5) Would you provide other ideas or items related to this please
6) Thank you

tjie

Answer : Microsoft's Network Security

I would first ask for clarification.  Else I'd have to assume they were referring to Windows Server.  Still, this is difficult to answer with zero context, such as the position being interviewed for.  With that said, I'd go with the usual:

1. Ensure you have a strong password policy.
2. Utilize NTFS to secure files and folders.
3. Utilize GPOs to manage the domain environment.
4. Implement a maintenance window to ensure all patches/updates are installed.
5. Harden the OS (disable unnecessary services, disable Guest account, etc).
6. Ensure you have strong policies and procedures to make everything stick.