The IT Infrastructure & Security framework at Riphah International University is designed to ensure seamless connectivity, high performance, and robust cybersecurity across all campuses.

Internet Connectivity

To ensure redundant, high-speed, uninterrupted internet access we have partnered with premier Internet service providers of Pakistan:

• Wateen Telecom: 2 Gbps Connectivity
• Pakistan Education and Research Network (PERN): 1 Gbps Connectivity

Network Infrastructure Maintenance

Our team is responsible for the ongoing management, monitoring, and optimization of Riphah's network infrastructure to ensure high availability and performance. This includes maintaining routers, switches, LANs, WANs, and wireless networks.

• Local Area Networks (LANs): Enables secure and reliable connectivity within a specific area or office building, linking computers, laptops, and desktops.
• Wide Area Networks (WANs): Spanning large geographical areas, our WAN infrastructure connects multiple campuses and offices, ensuring efficient data exchange and collaboration.
• Routers: Intelligent network devices that direct data packets between different networks, ensuring efficient and accurate delivery of information to its intended destination.
• Switches: High-performance devices that connect and manage devices within a single network, facilitating fast and reliable communication between them.

Computing Infrastructure Maintenance

We are also responsible for the upkeep of servers, data storage, end-user devices, virtualization platforms, and cloud services to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security.

• Server Management: Regular patching, updates, and performance tuning of physical and virtual servers
• Storage & Backup Management: Ensuring data integrity through secure storage solutions and automated backups
• Endpoint Maintenance: Managing laptops, desktops, and other user devices to ensure smooth operation
• Cloud & Virtualization Support: Maintaining cloud-based platforms, VMs, and enterprise applications
• Disaster Recovery Planning: Implementing failover solutions to minimize data loss and downtime
• Performance Optimization: Monitoring system resources to prevent slowdowns and bottlenecks

Cybersecurity

Being ISO 27001 certified, we follow global best practices in cybersecurity, risk management, and information security, ensuring that data remains confidential, available, and protected. We perform a comprehensive range of activities designed to secure our network, data, applications, cloud environments, and user security.

• Network Installation and Configuration: Designing and setting up secure network systems, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
• Network Monitoring and Management: Real-time monitoring and management of network traffic to ensure high availability and reliability.
• Firewall Management: Installing, configuring, and maintaining firewalls to protect internal networks.
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention: Implementing IDS and IPS to detect and prevent potential threats.
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) Setup: Providing secure remote access to organizational networks.
• Wireless Security: Implementing security measures specific to wireless networks, including securing Wi-Fi networks and protecting against threats.
• Cloud Security: Designing and configuring secure cloud environments, establishing policies, and implementing security controls to protect cloud-based systems and data.
• Anti-virus and Anti-malware Solutions: Deploying software to detect and eliminate malicious software.
• Endpoint Security: Securing end-user devices by implementing protection measures for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices, preventing unauthorized access and mitigating cyber threats.
• Identity Management and Data Security: Managing user authentication, access controls, and encryption to ensure that only authorized individuals can access sensitive data while maintaining its integrity.
• Security Assessments and Audits: Regular reviews and audits to ensure compliance with security standards and identify vulnerabilities.