Machine and network downtime is another performance risk, which is mitigated by on-site troubleshooting and repair by task staff. Other Ames on-site support will be called in as required. Technology risk is low. Technology used by this task is generally standardized equipment and COTS products. In the event that new or unproven technology will be used for a project implemented by this task, a risk assessment will be done on a per project basis.
Security risk is low.
The Unix staff has frequent communication with colleagues at the Central Computing Facility. This helps to ensure that all machines on the network conform to the Center s security policy to the best of our ability given the current resources. All Unix systems are restricted to allow connections only from hosts within the N762 network for rlogin, telnet and ftp access, unless specifically requested for projects within the division. The Unix and Micro systems support staff mitigates software and network security issues by monitoring systems with standard and customized logging tools. Regular backups also ensure data integrity from a possible security violation.