Summary

This chapter explored strategies for thoughtfully assembling a cybersecurity architecture toolkit by evaluating solutions to find the optimal fit. It emphasized understanding unique organizational vulnerabilities and risks first, then matching appropriate defenses accordingly.

This chapter covered several major classes of security tools:

• Threat modeling tools such as Microsoft TMT systematically uncover risks and guide mitigation early in system design
• Network monitoring, firewalls, and SIEM solutions provide visibility into activities across environments to detect and prevent threats
• Endpoint protection platforms use layered antivirus, EDR, and advanced analytics for device security
• IAM tools manage access to resources by enforcing least privilege authorization
• Data protection technologies such as encryption and rights management safeguard sensitive information
• Vulnerability management scanners continuously assess weaknesses across attack surfaces...