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The Perimeter is Dead: Implementing Zero-Trust Architecture Post-Schrems II

With the invalidation of the Privacy Shield, reliance on traditional perimeter security and US-based clouds is a liability. Here is a technical roadmap for implementing Zero-Trust on Norwegian infrastructure.

Container Security in a Post-Schrems II World: Hardening Docker for Production

Default Docker settings are a security nightmare waiting to happen. From dropping capabilities to navigating the recent Privacy Shield invalidation, here is the battle-hardened guide to securing your Nordic infrastructure.

Disaster Recovery in a Post-Schrems II World: A CTO’s Guide to Sovereign Uptime

The invalidation of the Privacy Shield changed the rules for disaster recovery in Europe. Here is a technical blueprint for building a legally compliant, high-availability DR strategy using Norwegian infrastructure.

Zero-Trust Architecture: Implementing WireGuard and Micro-Segmentation on Linux After Schrems II

The castle-and-moat security model is dead. With the recent Schrems II ruling and rising lateral movement attacks, this guide details how to implement a Zero-Trust network using WireGuard, strict iptables, and isolated NVMe VPS instances in Norway.

Schrems II & SysAdmin Sanity: Automating Security Compliance on Linux

With the Privacy Shield invalidated days ago, manual security audits are a liability. Learn to automate CIS Level 1 hardening using Ansible and OpenSCAP on Norwegian infrastructure.

Automating Security Compliance: Surviving Datatilsynet with Ansible and OpenSCAP

Manual audits are a liability. Learn how to automate CIS Level 1 benchmarks on Ubuntu 20.04, secure your SSH configurations, and leverage Norwegian data sovereignty to mitigate US Cloud Act risks.

Automating Compliance: Why Manual Security Audits Are a Liability in 2020

Manual server hardening is dead. In this deep dive, we explore 'Compliance as Code' using Ansible and OpenSCAP on Ubuntu 20.04 to satisfy Datatilsynet requirements and secure your Nordic infrastructure.

Zero-Trust Is Not a Buzzword, It’s Survival: Implementing BeyondCorp Principles in 2020

The perimeter is dead. Discover how to architect a true Zero-Trust infrastructure using WireGuard, SSH Certificates, and strict KVM isolation in Norwayβ€”before your VPN becomes your biggest liability.

Zero Trust on Linux: Building a Perimeter-Less Infrastructure in 2020

The 'castle and moat' security model is dead. Learn how to deploy a Zero Trust architecture using WireGuard, Nginx mTLS, and SSH Certificates on Ubuntu 20.04, ensuring your Norwegian infrastructure remains secure in a remote-first world.

Automating Security Compliance: Integrating OpenSCAP and Ansible for GDPR-Ready Infrastructure

Manual security auditing is a liability. Learn how to automate CIS benchmarks and GDPR technical controls using OpenSCAP and Ansible on Linux servers, ensuring your infrastructure stays compliant without slowing down deployment.

The End of the VPN: Implementing Zero-Trust Architecture on Linux Infrastructure

The perimeter is dead. With the massive shift to remote work in 2020, traditional VPNs are becoming bottlenecks. Learn how to implement a Zero-Trust model using WireGuard, mTLS, and rigorous access controls on your Norwegian VPS.

Building a Zero-Trust Bastion: Why the Perimeter is Dead (and How to Fix It)

The 'castle and moat' security model failed the moment your team went remote in 2020. Here is a battle-tested guide to implementing Zero-Trust architecture on Linux using WireGuard, Nginx mTLS, and rigorous kernel hardening, specifically tailored for Norwegian data sovereignty.

The Perimeter is Dead: Implementing Zero-Trust Security on Linux Infrastructure (2020 Guide)

The 'castle-and-moat' strategy failed. Discover how to build a Zero-Trust architecture using WireGuard, hardened SSH, and strict micro-segmentation on Norwegian VPS infrastructure.

The Perimeter is a Lie: Implementing True Zero-Trust Architecture on Linux VPS

The 'castle and moat' security model is dead. Learn how to implement a Zero-Trust architecture using WireGuard, nftables, and mutual TLS on Ubuntu 20.04 to secure your Norwegian infrastructure against lateral movement.

Automating GDPR Compliance on Linux: A CTO’s Guide to Infrastructure as Code

Manual security audits are a liability. Learn how to automate server hardening using Ansible and OpenSCAP to satisfy Datatilsynet requirements while keeping your infrastructure agile.

Compliance as Code: Automating GDPR and Server Hardening in Norway's Threat Landscape

Stop relying on manual checklists for security audits. Learn how to implement continuous compliance using Ansible, OpenSCAP, and Norwegian-hosted infrastructure to satisfy Datatilsynet and keep your sanity intact.

Stop Running as Root: The 2020 Guide to Hardening Containers in Production

Container isolation is a myth if you stick to defaults. From dropping kernel capabilities to managing secrets without environment variables, here is the battle-tested guide to securing your infrastructure against runC exploits and privilege escalation.

Runtime Security in Kubernetes: Implementing Falco for Behavioral Monitoring

Static image scanning is not enough. Learn how to implement Falco to detect shell spawns, sensitive file reads, and crypto-miners in your Kubernetes cluster, specifically tailored for Norwegian data compliance.

Automating Server Hardening: A DevOps Guide to GDPR & CIS Compliance in 2020

Manual security checklists are a liability. Learn how to automate CIS-level hardening on Linux infrastructure using Ansible and OpenSCAP, ensuring your Norwegian VPS meets Datatilsynet standards without sacrificing performance.

Kill the VPN: A Pragmatic Guide to Zero-Trust Networking on Linux

The 'castle-and-moat' security model is dead. Learn how to implement SSH Certificates, mTLS, and WireGuard to build a Zero-Trust architecture that keeps your Norwegian infrastructure compliant and secure.

Disaster Recovery Architectures: Surviving Data Loss in the Nordic Compliance Zone

A battle-hardened guide to ensuring business continuity in 2020. Learn how to architect robust disaster recovery using BorgBackup, MySQL replication, and Norwegian data sovereignty principles to satisfy Datatilsynet and your CTO.

Building a Zero-Trust Network on Linux: Why Your Perimeter Firewall is Obsolete (2019 Guide)

The 'castle and moat' security model is dead. Learn how to implement a Zero-Trust architecture on your VPS infrastructure using mTLS, rigorous SSH hardening, and micro-segmentation. A guide for engineers who don't trust their own LAN.

The Death of the Perimeter: Implementing Zero-Trust Infrastructure in Norway (2019 Edition)

The castle-and-moat security model is obsolete. Here is how to architect a Zero-Trust environment on VPS infrastructure using mTLS, SSH CAs, and granular segmentation before the next audit hits.

Compliance as Code: Automating GDPR & Security Audits in the Norwegian Cloud (2019 Edition)

Stop fearing Datatilsynet. Learn how to implement 'Compliance as Code' using Ansible and CIS benchmarks on Norwegian VPS infrastructure to automate your security posture before 2020 hits.

Zero-Trust Networking in 2019: Killing the "Castle and Moat" on Linux VPS

The perimeter is dead. Learn how to implement a Zero-Trust architecture on your Norwegian VPS using mTLS, WireGuard, and strict iptables policies. Assume breach, verify everything.

Zero Trust Architecture on Linux VDS: A Practical Implementation Guide for 2019

Perimeter security is dead. Learn how to implement a true Zero Trust model using Nginx mTLS, rigorous SSH hardening, and private networking on Norwegian infrastructure to satisfy GDPR and hardening requirements.

Automating GDPR Compliance: From 'Audit Panic' to 'Continuous Security' in Norway

Manual server hardening is a liability. Learn how to automate security compliance using Ansible and OpenSCAP on Norwegian infrastructure to satisfy Datatilsynet without slowing down development.

Automating Security Compliance: A DevOps Guide to GDPR-Ready Infrastructure in Norway

Manual security audits are a liability. Learn how to automate compliance using Ansible, OpenSCAP, and CIS benchmarks while keeping your data strictly within Norwegian borders.

Automating Infrastructure Compliance: Why Manual Audits Fail (and How to Fix It with OpenSCAP)

Manual security checklists are a liability in the GDPR era. Learn how to automate compliance scanning on CentOS 7 and Ubuntu 18.04 using OpenSCAP and Ansible, ensuring your infrastructure meets Datatilsynet standards without the administrative overhead.

Kill Your VPN: Implementing Zero-Trust Security on Linux Infrastructure (2019 Edition)

The perimeter is dead. Learn how to implement a true Zero-Trust architecture using mTLS, SSH CAs, and granular iptables on Linux servers, ensuring compliance with strict Norwegian data standards.