Azure IaC Security Framework
International Tire Manufacturer
Challenge
Customer, global tire manufacturer, wanted to rethink current resource organization to obtain more flexible, secure, manageable, layered approach for infrastructure deployment, application development and testing solution.
Solution
GDC Services has implemented a comprehensive, Azure-native security framework. Our solution leverages Microsoft Sentinel; Defender for Endpoint—with EDR, antivirus, and threat management; Defender for Identity; plus IDPS, WAF; and a custom advanced antivirus for Windows 10+ devices.
• Integrated Operations: ITSM (ServiceNow) is connected with SCOM, PRTG, Azure Monitor, Sentinel, and Elasticsearch for streamlined management.
• Automation: The Technical Service Catalog in ServiceNow is fully automated for improved efficiency.
• Modernization: An Azure B2C solution and migration of thousands of users to Azure Virtual Desktop replaced legacy systems seamlessly.
• Hybrid Management: A combination of SCCM, Intune, and Defender for Endpoint ensures complete control over remote devices.
• Secure Access: An SSL VPN solution is delivered via Azure-native PulseConnectSecure appliances, configured for fault tolerance and continuous access.
• Evergreen Services: End-user devices are always up to date.
Results
GDC Services delivers a scalable, cost-efficient, and secure cloud environment that empowers businesses with agility, automation, and seamless end-user experiences.
• Accelerated Deployment: An Infrastructure as Code (IaC) approach fast-tracks deployment while enhancing governance and resource consistency.
• Cost Reduction: Eliminating on-premise infrastructure significantly lowers total cost of ownership.
• Enhanced Security: Continuous protection extends to IaaS/PaaS workloads and end-user devices.
• Automation & Efficiency: Integrated monitoring, automated incident resolution, and request processing reduce manual efforts and improve response times.
• Scalability & Remote Enablement: Automated resource management and secure remote access ensure device consistency, timely patching, and antivirus protection.
