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Zero Trust Architecture is understood as the concept of eliminating implicit trust on networks by the implementation of continuous verification and authorization on all entities operating on those networks. However, implementing ZTA in networks that handle space communications, otherwise known as Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), poses difficulties due to their natural constraints such as inconsistent connectivity due to short contact windows, long delays between those contact windows, and limited resources on nodes that handle these communications. These constraints make it difficult to implement a ZTA because they are against Zero Trust (ZT) principles such as continuous verification. This research opportunity was provided through the INSuRE program and had the aim of assessing the applicability of ZT to NTNs by comparing the capabilities of Delay Tolerant Networking (DTN) and its security extension, Bundle Protocol Security (BPSec), with the principles and guidelines of the CISA Zero Trust Maturity Model. The assessment revealed gaps within the current architecture and the creation of a Space Identity, Credential, Access Management (ICAM) framework could possibly address those gaps. The analysis highlights the current applicability of ZT within NTNs and the possible progressions needed to meet the ZT requirements.
Student, California State University, San Bernardino
Graduate student and SOC analyst at California State University, San Bernardino. Providing information security monitoring and incident response across multiple California State University campuses. Currently conducting research for zero trust implementations for non-terrestrial systems... Read More →
Student, California State University, San Bernardino
I am a graduate student attending California State University, San Bernardino pursuing my Masters degree in Information Systems & Technology, concentrated in Cybersecurity. Currently, I am employed by the CAE in Cybersecurity Community National Center where I have gained experience... Read More →
