Northdoor delivers seamless Linux migration with enhanced security and control
Client challenge
The client sought to modernise their IT infrastructure by migrating their application environment from IBM AIX to Linux. While the move to an open-source platform promised greater flexibility and cost efficiency, it also raised concerns about maintaining the same level of enterprise control and governance they had with their legacy systems.
Why Northdoor
In business for over 30 years and born out of the heavily regulated Financial Services industry, Northdoor is well-versed in dealing with the most critical enterprise systems. Bringing this pedigree and experience to bear on Linux environments, we help our clients build robust enterprise-level operational practices and have a proven track record in delivering secure, scalable managed services.
Northdoor solution: Comprehensive managed service with automation and security focus
Northdoor delivered a comprehensive managed service tailored to the client’s needs, with a strong emphasis on automation, security, and compliance. Our solution included:
- Robust Automation with Ansible: We developed automated workflows for system patching and immutability checks, ensuring consistent and reliable infrastructure management.
- Security Compliance: We implemented continuous monitoring to detect any deviations from CIS (Center for Internet Security) benchmarks. These deviations are automatically remediated, maintaining a hardened and compliant environment.
- Rapid Vulnerability Response: Our service enables swift identification and resolution of new security vulnerabilities, minimising risk and enhancing system resilience.
- Collaboration: Through this project, Northdoor has become an extension to the client’s own IT Operations and Architecture teams, with the access to help shape technology decisions for the future.
Outcome: flexible, secure and well-managed open-sourced platform
With Northdoor’s support, the client successfully transitioned to a Linux-based estate without compromising on enterprise control or security. They now benefit from a flexible, secure, and well-managed open-source platform with automation at its core. As a result of our technical leadership approach, Northdoor is able to help the client grow through the introduction of complementary technologies and services.