Command and control systems requiring the highest level of protection
An institution within Ecuador's defense sector operates a set of critical technology systems — including a command and control system distributed across multiple operational commands — whose availability, confidentiality, and integrity are non-negotiable requirements for fulfilling its institutional mission.
The existing network infrastructure required a robust perimeter security layer that would unify protection against external threats, ensure secure WiFi connectivity for internal users, and guarantee operational continuity in the event of any technological incident or failure.
Required protection scope: the solution had to cover the technological nodes of the command and control system, operational commands, the National Directorate of the Navy (DIRNEA), and the Military Industries Command (COIMC), all interconnected through a unified secure network.
Four security gaps that compromised institutional operations
Perimeter without unified security protection
Critical systems lacked a centralized UTM solution capable of preventing, detecting, and responding to cyber threats at the institutional network perimeter.
Wireless connectivity without access control
The WiFi network operated without adequate authentication, segmentation, or encryption mechanisms for an environment handling sensitive operational information.
Operational continuity without a defined backup strategy
There were no formal high-availability, backup, and recovery mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted operation of technology services in the event of failures.
Insufficient network monitoring and visibility
The institution lacked proactive network traffic monitoring capabilities and the ability to generate alerts for anomalous behavior or intrusion attempts.
Two strategic objectives with rigorous functional validation
The project was structured around two clear objectives, each validated through specific functional tests before final delivery to the customer.
Strengthen perimeter protection through preventive, detection, and response controls that mitigate cyber risks, ensure service availability, and protect the confidentiality and integrity of military operational information.
Implement high-availability, backup, recovery, and monitoring mechanisms to ensure uninterrupted operation of all technology services in the event of failures, incidents, or unforeseen events within the institution.
Testing that certified the operability of every component
Infodataserv executed a functional testing protocol for each deployed device and for the system's critical services, verifying integration, security, and operational continuity before formal delivery.
Tests performed and results confirmed
Three Fortinet devices forming the perimeter security shield
The solution was designed using Fortinet hardware selected by Infodataserv based on the performance, user capacity, and geographic coverage requirements of each institutional location. The implementation included hardening configuration, on-site technical support, and continuous monitoring.
| Device | Primary Function | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Fortinet 300C | UTM — Firewall · IPS · VPN · Application Control · Web Filtering | Main institutional network perimeter |
| FortiAP 210B | Access Point — Enterprise WiFi access point with secure authentication | Wireless coverage in operational areas |
| FortiWifi F60 | UTM + WiFi — Integrated perimeter security with wireless connectivity | Secondary sites and remote nodes |
Security engineering executed entirely by Infodataserv
Unlike other projects where Infodataserv collaborates with technology partners, this project was executed entirely by Infodataserv's hardware and cybersecurity specialist team, with the customer serving as the key user for functional validation.