Enterprise Level Software Solution

  • Choose an appropriate enterprise-level software solution such as anti-virus, malware, or spam filter OR an appliance (hardware/software combination [virtual appliances do qualify]) such as IPS or VPN [warning, anonymizers do not qualify] OR cloud countermeasure service.
  • Write a recommendation in executive memo format (for example, Recommendation Memorandum.docx PDF).
  • Include an explanation of how this product will benefit the corporation (hint: management tools). Seek to provide technical not marketing information. Do not copy bullets from the vendor’s website, but summarize and be technical wherever possible describing the cryptographic services included.

Rubric

Countermeasures Software/Appliance Recommendation Rubric

Countermeasures Software/Appliance Recommendation Rubric

Criteria Ratings Pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAppliance Selection

8.0 pts

High

Choose product appropriate for corporate environment

4.0 pts

Good

Presents only bullet points from product site without clear explanation

2.0 pts

Weak

1.0 pts

Poor

8.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeQuality Content

10.0 pts

High

Clearly explains why this product is appropriate for a corporate environment

5.0 pts

Good

Does not clearly relate the product to course concepts

3.0 pts

Weak

1.0 pts

Poor

10.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProfessional Language

6.0 pts

Superior

4.0 pts

Good

2.0 pts

Poor

2.0 pts

Weak

6.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA

6.0 pts

High

4.0 pts

Good

2.0 pts

Weak

1.0 pts

Poor

6.0 pts

This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCryptographyview longer description

threshold: 3.0 pts

5.0 ptsExceeds Expectations

3.0 ptsMeets Expectations

0.0 ptsDoes Not Meet Expectations

5.0 pts

Total Points: 35.0