Performance of Security Test and Evaluation

Performance of Security Test and Evaluation

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Security test and evaluation is done by identifying individuals who are qualified to design and perform test in the following areas:

ADP security
system software/hardware
applications software
telecommunications
emanations security
physical security
personnel, procedural, and administrative security
user/customer functions

These personnel then review the risk assessment for currency and accuracy, identify and analyze the nature of threats and their respective countermeasures, and design tests. They perform tests, identify discrepancies and problem areas, and provide a recommendation for accreditation.