Data centers are the engine that drives the digital economy. Uninterrupted, continuous operation is critical to maintaining the services that an always-connected society relies on. Maintaining customer trust in the protection and availability of their data requires facility operators to offer the highest level of physical security. Physical nonenvironmental threats include unauthorized access, vandalism, theft, and terrorism. By taking a multi-layered approach to physical security, facility operators can keep customer data secure while meeting business requirements and security best practices.
Recognizing that different facilities face different security requirements, Senstar offers a wide range of video management, perimeter intrusion detection, access control, and video analytic solutions. Individually, they provide best-in-class protection; used in combination and managed under the Senstar Symphony Common Operating Platform, they form an integrated, multi-layered solution.
Senstar Symphony provides a unified interface for all video surveillance, security management, and access control functions. Its support for open interfaces enables it to be integrated with third-party security and I/O devices.
What is Data Center Security?
Data center protection, from the perspective of perimeter security, focuses on safeguarding the physical boundaries of the facility to prevent unauthorized access and potential threats. This involves implementing multiple layers of defence, starting with robust fencing, security gates, and barriers to deter intruders. Surveillance systems such as high-resolution cameras, motion detectors, and thermal imaging sensors continuously monitor the perimeter for suspicious activity. Access control measures, including security guards, biometric scanners, and key card systems, ensure that only authorized personnel can enter the premises. Additionally, integrating advanced technologies like intrusion detection systems and alarm systems provides real-time alerts in case of any breach attempts. Data center protection is critical because these facilities house essential IT infrastructure, including servers, storage systems, and networking equipment, which support the core operations of businesses and organizations. They store vast amounts of sensitive data, including personal information, financial records, and intellectual property, making them prime targets for cyberattacks, data breaches, and physical threats. Ensuring the security of data centers is crucial to maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of this data, which is vital for business continuity, regulatory compliance, and protecting the organization’s reputation. By securing the perimeter, data centers can create a strong first line of defence, significantly reducing the risk of physical threats and enhancing the overall security posture.
Data Center Perimeter Security
Protecting the perimeter of a site is the first line of defence. Perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) provide early warning of unauthorized entry and offer organizations the following benefits:
• Reliable and effective detection
• Low nuisance alarm rates
• Integration with deterrence devices (lights, sirens) and assessment devices (cameras, analytics, other sensors)
• Effective response to security events using critical information obtained from sensors and surveillance systems
Facility Management/Cabinet Monitoring/Server Room Monitoring
Facility management encompasses many aspects related to the facility’s security, safety, and efficiency. Access control, video analytics, security lighting, and intrusion sensors can ensure any unauthorized access to the building, server rooms, or even individual cabinets is detected and monitored.
Dataline Security
Fiber optic sensors detect third-party interference (TPI) to fiber optic data links and other cable infrastructures. Classification abilities can indicate the nature of the intrusion, including the presence of heavy machinery, vehicle traffic, machine and human digging, and direct tampering of the cable conduit.