CISSP® Certification Domain 3: Security Architecture and Engineering Video Boot Camp for 2022 - Site selection

The video tutorial covers the critical aspects of selecting and securing a site for a data center. It emphasizes the importance of IT security, site topography, and power reliability. The concept of security through obscurity is discussed, along with the challenges posed by shared tenancy. The tutorial also addresses the issues of data center expansion, power redundancy, and fire safety, highlighting the need for thorough research and planning to ensure a secure and efficient data center.

What is a Greenfield site in the context of site selection?

• A site with shared tenancy

• A site that is undeveloped land

• A site with high crime rates

• A site with existing infrastructure

Why is it important to keep a data center nondescript?

• To improve energy efficiency

• To enhance security through obscurity

• To reduce maintenance costs

• To attract more business

What is a potential risk of shared tenancy in a building?

• Higher insurance premiums

• Increased rent costs

• Compromised security due to neighbors

• Limited access to utilities

What is a demarcation point in a building?

• A point where the ISP's network ends and the building's network begins

• A point where the building's HVAC system is controlled

• A point where the building's power supply is located

• A point where the building's security system is installed

Why is it important to consider natural events when selecting a data center location?

• To reduce construction costs

• To comply with local zoning laws

• To minimize the risk of natural disasters affecting operations

• To ensure the site is aesthetically pleasing

What is a common issue with old data centers?

• They are too secure

• They are built for current requirements, not future needs

• They are often located in urban areas

• They have too much redundant power

What is a key consideration when planning the cooling system for a data center?

• The location of the data center

• The heat footprint of the servers

• The number of windows in the data center

• The color of the cooling units

What is the purpose of having redundant power supplies in a data center?

• To comply with environmental regulations

• To improve data processing speed

• To reduce electricity costs

• To ensure continuous operation during power outages

What is a dry pipe system in fire suppression?

• A system that is manually operated

• A system that uses foam instead of water

• A system with no water in the pipes until needed

• A system with water in the pipes at all times

Why is it important to have fire extinguishers rated for electrical fires in a data center?

• To ensure they can be used on any type of fire

• To reduce insurance premiums

• To comply with fire safety regulations

• To prevent damage to electronic equipment