Isolating contractors from sensitive data

For information security directors at large corporations, the growing reliance on contractors is a major concern. Local and offshore programmers provide businesses a competitive edge, but they also increase security risks.

For information security directors at large corporations, the growing reliance on contractors is a major concern. Local and offshore programmers provide businesses a competitive edge, but they also increase security risks.

Once within the network, they often have free access to confidential data and business systems. Even when access is restricted, these savvy individuals can easily jump to unauthorised systems -- unknown to the corporation.

The sensitive work performed by many contractors places them within reach of customer data, confidential documents and strategic plans. How can businesses prevent contractors from accessing sensitive or business-critical data? Is there a cost-efficient way to isolate contractors from essential business systems?

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