Overview
Foundstone was formed over seven years ago by the industry leading security experts who first built the network security consulting practices at two Big 6 accounting firms. As an independent firm Foundstone built its reputation as enterprise network security experts through publication of numerous books and articles that enhanced the knowledge base of the network security community. Foundstone's practice includes strategic functions such as overall network security policy development, secure software lifecycle development, patch management program development and other process related program development projects. From the tactical perspective Foundstone will perform in-depth technical testing of networks, applications, and various security related infrastructure components such as firewalls, VPNs, and wireless networks.
Due to its significant growth and excellent reputation in the enterprise network security community Foundstone was acquired by McAfee, Inc. in September, 2004. Foundstone's Enterprise Vulnerability Management product has been integrated into McAfee's general suite of security products. Foundstone Professional Services continues to deliver the high-quality security services operating as a division of McAfee.
Foundstone's approach to network security consulting sets it apart from the crowd. It simplifies security, directs resources where they'll have the most impact, and fortifies the enterprise with measurable returns.
Foundstone offers a unique combination of proprietary software, services, and education to help customers mitigate and manage the digital security risks inherent in doing business today. Through a strategic approach to security, Foundstone enables customers to optimize their network security investment and proactively protect their most important information assets from potential threats.
Foundstone executives are experts in security and risk management. Their best-selling books help define the future of the industry, while customers benefit daily from their expertise. Foundstone takes its name from the combination of the terms foundation and cornerstone. The result: Rock Solid Security.
Value Proposition
The continued adoption of Internet, mobile and wireless capabilities and distributed eBusiness processes and technologies make network security one of the most challenging and complex issues facing companies today and businesses that do not remain vigilant can easily become exposed to security threats that destroy critical data or shut down operations.
Today, creating a truly secure IT infrastructure requires access to highly specialized knowledge, expertise and intelligence in order to stay at least one step ahead of the evolving risks. Foundstone, one of the world’s foremost authorities on information security, is successfully meeting current technology protection challenges. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of security and business solutions meeting client requirements for effective security solutions.
Foundstone’s risk assessment and management solutions activate continuous protection of the right assets, from the right threats, with the right measures. The optimal balance of software, people and processes are put in place to support rapid change while maintaining business and IT stability. Solutions are supported through open standards, best practices and continuous improvement.
