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About Daniel Fredriksen
Expertise
I can answer questions about information security (INFOSEC), operation security(OPSEC), communication security (COMSEC), physical security for hardware, software/web security development techniques, security Systems Development Life Cycle (secSDLC), data security, network and security policy development, network contingency planning, threat identification, risk management, encryption, secure socket layer (SSL) certification/use, transaction security, DSS PCI (online credit card handling standards), NIST sp800-30, counter-espionage, classification systems, .

Experience
Thirteen years experience as a computer programmer with six years experience consulting on various information technology matters to include cybersecurity. Six years experience consultanting for the U.S. Military and business clients, to include physical and information security consulting. Veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom III, and Operation Enduring Freedom VII

Organizations
American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) International Foundation for Protection Officers (IFPO) National Association of Investigative Specialists (NAIS) NY Army National Guard

Education/Credentials
Pursuing Doctorate in Information Technology (University of Phoenix) Pursuing Doctorate in Intelligence Management (Henley-Putnam University) C# Certification (Brainbench) Certified Protection Officer (IFPO) Associate in Science LA, AOF in Computer Science/Protective Services (Excelsior College)

Past/Present Clients
Mannino Systems, WebIT-Tech, New York Army National Guard, U.S. Army, Romanoff International, Miesha Tate & Shana Olsen (Women's MMA stars), Afghan National Police, Iraqi National Army

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Internet/Network Security - blocking sites at work

Expert: Daniel Fredriksen - 11/4/2009

Question
QUESTION: Hi: You may be predisposed to tell me to piss off, but here is my question. Our IT guy at the Office has installed some kind of basic blocking software that blocks all kinds of sites. It appears to be without rhyme or reason and annoys me greatly. Is there any kind of program I can download and install to get around this so I can surf where I want on my lunch break? I am looking only for tech advice - I know the legal/ethical issues etc. Is there a basic tech workaround for me on this? I found this advice here, would downloading this work?:
http://www.addictivetips.com/windows-tips/free-vpn-client-freevpn/

ANSWER: Site blockers like SonicWall and NetNanny can be annoying. If you are lucky, you might find an "anonymous proxy" site that hasnt been blocked by your company, and be able to navigate through there. Try some of these:

http://proxify.com/
http://anonymouse.org/
http://www.zend2.com/

Some of the sites out there are sponsored by the CIA for the purpose of allowing individuals in countries that censor web content to browse the web freely (albeit illegally).

IMAGE: http://it.stacservices.com

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QUESTION: Yes, I think its Sonicwall installed. Its just one IT guy for 300 people, and he seems quite pleased with himself that he's done this. Thank you for the advice - my only question is there is nothing in these sites you suggest that could cause real damage to the company's network, correct?

Answer
Just the occassional popup ad.

An alternative is to setup a VPN at home, connect to that VPN from work, then you will be browsing off of your home network instead of your work network, but that method requires some networking ability.

Be aware that if you are caught violating your company policy you could get into some significant trouble, so be careful.

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