Physical Security Control Mechanisms

Welcome to the Physical Security Control Mechanisms lab. In this module, you will be provided with the instructions needed to develop your hands-on skills.

Overview

Learning Outcomes:

In this module, you will complete the following exercises:

  • Exercise 1 – Physical Security
  • Exercise 2 – Data Destruction and Disposal Methods

After completing this module, you should have further knowledge of:

  • Bollards/Barricades
  • Mantraps
  • Badges
  • Alarms
  • Signage
  • CCTV Cameras
  • Industrial Camouflage
  • Personnel
  • Locks
  • USB Data Blocker
  • Lighting
  • Fencing
  • Fire Suppression
  • Sensors
  • Drones/UAV
  • Visitor Logs
  • Faraday Cages
  • Air Gap
  • Protected Cable Distribution
  • Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
  • Secure Areas
  • Data Destruction Methods

Exam Objectives:

The following exam objectives are covered in this lab:

2.7 Explain the importance of physical security controls.

  • Bollards/Barricades
  • Mantraps
  • Badges
  • Alarms
  • Signage
  • Cameras
  • Closed-circuit Television (CCTV)
  • Industrial Camouflage
  • Personnel
  • Locks
  • USB Data Blocker
  • Lighting
  • Fencing
  • Fire Suppression
  • Sensors
  • Drones/UAV
  • Visitor Logs
  • Faraday Cages
  • Air Gap
  • Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
  • Protected Cable Distribution
  • Secure Areas
  • Secure Data Destruction
Note: Our main focus is to cover the practical, hands-on aspects of the exam objectives. We recommend referring to course material or a search engine to research theoretical topics in more detail.