Assignment 2: Physical Security for a National Data Center

You are a physical security consultant hired to enhance the security of a national data center that stores critical information and serves as a hub for sensitive government data. The organization is concerned about the potential risks associated with unauthorized access, physical theft, and the protection of critical infrastructure. Your task is to develop and implement a comprehensive physical security plan for the national data center.1. Access Control and Biometric Security: Assess the current access control measures for the national data center. Propose enhancements, including the implementation of biometric access controls, smart card systems, and secure entry points. Discuss the importance of multi-layered access controls for different zones within the data center.2. Surveillance and Monitoring Systems: Evaluate the effectiveness of surveillance and monitoring systems in place. Recommend measures such as high-definition CCTV cameras, motion sensors, and real-time monitoring solutions to enhance the overall visibility and security of the data center premises.3. Data Center Perimeter Security: Propose measures to secure the data center perimeter, includingfencing, lighting, and physical barriers. Discuss the importance of vehicle access controls, security checkpoints, and the use of security personnel to monitor and control access to the data center facility.4. Environmental Controls and Safety Measures: Assess the environmental controls and safety measures within the data center. Propose strategies to protect against environmental threats such as fire, floods, and power outages. Discuss the importance of redundancy in critical systemsand emergency response plans for various scenarios.5. Employee Training on Physical Security Protocols: Develop a training program for data center employees focusing on physical security protocols. Include modules on recognizing and reportingsuspicious activities, emergency response procedures, and the role of employees in maintaining a secure and vigilant environment.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements: Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are: Compare and contrast the methods of disaster recovery and business continuity. Explain risk management in the context of information security.  Use technology and information resources to research issues in disaster recovery. Write clearly and concisely about disaster recovery topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic / organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric.