ITS 532 Module Five Essay Guidelines and Rubric Topic: Microsegmentation and Zero Trust Security

Overview: Explain the difference between physical network segmentation and microsegmentation. Explain what it means to implement zero trust security. Explain how microsegmentation can support a zero trust network.

Guidelines for Submission: Using APA 6th edition style standards, submit a Word document that is 3-4 pages in length (excluding title page, references, and appendices) and include at least three credible scholarly references to support your findings. The UC Library is a good place to find these sources. Be sure to cite and reference your work using the APA guides and essay template that are located in the courseroom.

Include the following critical elements in your essay:

1. Physical Network Segmentation Microsegmentation: Briefly describe each networking environment. Describe the difference between these two networking approaches.
2. Zero Trust Security. Explain the concept of Zero Trust Security. How is this model different from conventional security models? How does this model support ubiquitous security in a cloud environment?

• Microsegmentation for Zero Trust Security: Explain how microsegmentation topology provides the foundation for implementing the Zero Trust model. Why do modern organizations need to consider implementing a Zero Trust security approach?

Required elements:

• Please ensure your paper complies APA 6th edition style There is a sample paper provided under the Course Introduction link.

·         APA basics:

• Your essay should be typed, double-spaced on standard-sized paper (8.5″ x 11″)
• Use 1″ margins on all sides, first line of all paragraphs is indented ½” from the margin
• Use 12 pt. Times New Roman font

• Follow the outline provided above and use section headers to improve the readability of your If I cannot read and understand it, you will not earn credit for the content.