Security Consulting for Resilient Systems
Defense-in-depth, vulnerability management, and lifecycle support for aging infrastructure.
Provided by Robert W. Oliver II through OCS Solutions, Inc.
Defense-in-Depth Strategies
Security isn't a product or a switch to toggle, it's a comprehensive approach across network, application, and operational domains. I design layered defense strategies that include network segmentation, access controls, intrusion detection, security monitoring, and incident response procedures. From firewall configurations to zero-trust architectures, the goal is to ensure that a single point of failure doesn't compromise your entire infrastructure.
Vulnerability Management
I offer systematic identification, assessment, and remediation of security vulnerabilities across your infrastructure. Using industry-standard scanning tools, threat intelligence feeds, and manual security assessments, I help teams establish continuous vulnerability management programs. This includes prioritization frameworks based on actual risk, remediation workflows, and compliance reporting for regulatory requirements.
Software Backporting for End-of-Life Systems
Are you running legacy systems that are past vendor support? Backporting critical security patches to end-of-life software can extend system lifecycles while maintaining security posture. I provide analysis of security patches, careful backporting to older codebases, regression testing, and documentation, enabling you to maintain security without forced migrations or costly vendor support extensions.
Pragmatic Security for Real Constraints
Security improvements must balance risk with operational reality. Not every system can be immediately upgraded, not every vulnerability requires immediate action, and not every compliance requirement makes sense for your threat model. I focus on practical security improvements that fit your budget, timeline, and business requirements without security theater or checkbox compliance.