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High-Level Design (HLD) for Network Management Integration

1. System Components

  • FortiGate (FGW): Network security appliances used for monitoring and securing network traffic.
  • FortiManager (FMG): Centralized management tool for FGW, handling configuration and policy management.
  • SOAR Platform: Tool for orchestrating and automating security responses based on data from FMG and FGW.

2. Core Infrastructure and Integration

  • Set up FMG for centralized management of FGW devices across multiple tenants.
  • Establish initial integration between SOAR and FMG for efficient data exchange.

3. Data Collection and Preliminary Analysis

  • Configure FGW devices to monitor network traffic and report security events to FMG.
  • Implement data processing and analysis in FMG to filter and aggregate relevant information.
  • Ensure FMG feeds processed data to SOAR for further action.

4. Development of Automation Playbooks in SOAR

  • Create initial SOAR playbooks for routine automation tasks based on FMG data.
  • Develop standard configuration templates within SOAR for consistent network configurations.

5. Advanced Orchestration and Dynamic Configuration

  • Enhance SOAR playbooks for more complex scenarios and dynamic responses.
  • Integrate configuration templates and playbooks for dynamic application based on real-time data.

6. Scalable and Customizable Configuration Management

  • Design configuration templates in SOAR to be modular and scalable for different tenant needs.
  • Implement customization options within templates for tenant-specific requirements.

7. Continuous Monitoring and Reporting

  • Set up a comprehensive monitoring system for network health and security.
  • Establish feedback mechanisms and regular reporting within SOAR for performance insights.

8. Compliance Enforcement and Governance

  • Integrate automated compliance checks within SOAR playbooks and configuration management.
  • Implement governance policies to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulations.

9. Training and Documentation

  • Conduct extensive training for system operators on managing the integrated system.
  • Maintain detailed and up-to-date documentation for all processes and configurations.

10. System Testing and Iterative Refinement

  • Perform thorough testing in a controlled environment to validate system functionalities.
  • Use feedback from testing and early deployment to make iterative improvements to the system.

Conclusion

This HLD provides a structured approach for integrating FMG, FGW, and SOAR in a multi-tenant environment, focusing on scalability, automation, and standardization, while ensuring flexibility and adaptability to meet specific tenant requirements.