Computer security is one of the fastest growing areas in the field of security today. Security and Information Technology Managers are faced with developing programs to insure that if an event occurs, all computer systems will remain operational, and that the information stored on the computer systems will not be compromised. The NSSC Computer Security Team will conduct performance tests, interviews, and document and procedural reviews to identify critical information and back-up systems. Once completed, a vulnerability analysis and risk assessment will be completed.

NSSC's services include:

• Identification of all critical systems (including software, hardware, personnel, and property).
• Threat analysis: Collecting information about the threat and determining how to protect the system from attack.
• Identifying vulnerabilities: Finding weaknesses in security procedures that can be exploited or compromised.
• Risk Mitigation: Finding short-term and long-term solutions to identified vulnerabilities.
  Monitoring implemented controls for effectiveness and periodic reanalysis of risk.
• Configuration Management (CM): Assuring that the software is up to date.
• Auditing and testing: Used to verify the effectiveness of controls in the event of changes in the system, hardware, or application.
• Monitoring: Used to review system-generated logs that can detect security problems, including attempts to exceed access authority or gain system access during unusual hours.
• Network Architecture: Inspectors will review the site's cyber security requirements for the network.