1. Infrastructure Design: Creating a blueprint for the security architecture, including tools, configurations, and deployment plans.
  2. Tool Selection: Recommending and sourcing tools such as firewalls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems, endpoint protection, and intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
  3. Budget Alignment: Ensuring the proposed solutions align with the client’s budget and provide cost-effective protection.
  4. Policy Recommendations: Outlining necessary policies, such as data classification, access control, and incident response protocols.