Press Release:
Telcordia, Appin Team to Address Security in Communications Networks
Innovative new approach to ensure high-end security implementations for telecommunications networks
PISCATAWAY, NJ - Saturday, May 31, 2008 - With cyber-crime becoming increasingly prevalent, Appin Security Group, a worldwide information security leader, and Telcordia, a global leader in the development of IP, wireline and mobile telecommunication software and services, are working together to develop innovative high-end security solutions for telecommunications networks in India. The security services to be offered by the Appin-Telcordia team include security risk assessments for telecom infrastructures and service implementations, including security operations centers and security management.
Sharing his vision, Rajat Khare, Director, Appin Security Group said that "The security issues facing the Indian telecom sector require customized solutions based on in-depth analysis of the rapidly-expanding telecommunications infrastructure. Appin has teamed with Telcordia to overcome India's security challenges as they bring deep global knowledge and experience in assuring the security of communications networks around the world. As a result, we are able to help Indian communication service providers (CSPs) achieve the highest levels of security, on par with any other country in the world."
Telcordia's work in the Indian telecom sector stretches back more than a decade and includes work with Reliance, Idea and Tata. "India is home to one of the largest and fastest growing telecom markets in the world, and we know that the sector is facing complex vulnerability and security problems," said Dr. Maneck Master, Vice President for Advanced Technology Solutions at Telcordia. "Telcordia's global security expertise and experience will be the key to analyzing the networking infrastructure for protection against intrusions and cyber-attacks," said John Kimmins, Executive Director and Telcordia Fellow. "Together with Appin, we will help Indian CSPs substantially reduce the impact of cyber-crime on their business," he added.
With organized attacks becoming more frequent and severe, the Indian telecom sector is facing immense security-related problems. The losses being faced by the Indian telecom industry due to security-related problems and cyber-crime have escalated to 2-4% of the total industry revenue.
For more information about Telcordia visit www.telcordia.com.
About Appin Security Group
Appin Security Group is a globally recognized brand name in the Information Security sector and a part of Appin Group of companies based in Austin, Texas. The company has centers in three states in India, namely Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai with a combined strength of more than 150 security certified professionals. ASG has been doing extensive research in Information Security & Ethical Hacking, and offers a complete range of Information Security services under one roof. The services range from a completely outsourced Information Security division to Customized security solutions including consulting or employee training for specific security needs.
Contact:
Brian Baumley
Telcordia Technologies, Inc.
(732) 699-4187
bbaumley@telcordia.com
Swati Guwalani
093126 75048
swati.guwalani@fourthestateindia.com