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Secure Migration of Highly Sensitive and Encrypted Data from AWS to Google Cloud Using Transfer General™

Introduction:​

This use case exemplifies how Transfer General™ provides a robust and secure solution for organizations with critical requirements: migrating highly sensitive and encrypted data from Amazon Web Services (AWS) to Google Cloud. Transfer General™ ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and high-speed transfer of large volumes of data, making it the preferred choice for businesses that demand the utmost security and compliance during migration.

Use Case Scenario: Secure Data Migration for Highly Sensitive Data​

Background:​

"SecureCorp" is a healthcare organization dealing with extensive patient records and medical data. It requires a reliable method to migrate this highly sensitive information from AWS to Google Cloud while adhering to strict compliance regulations and maintaining data encryption throughout the entire migration process.

Challenges:​

  1. Data Security: Safeguarding the confidentiality of sensitive medical records during the migration process.
  2. Large Data Volume: Efficiently migrating a substantial amount of patient data without prolonged downtime.
  3. **Continuous Encryption: **Ensuring data remains encrypted at all times, even during the transfer between cloud platforms.

Solution:​

Transfer General™ addresses SecureCorp's challenges effectively:​

  1. **Data Encryption: **Transfer General™ encrypts data at the source and maintains encryption during the entire migration journey, ensuring the utmost data confidentiality.
  2. High-Speed Transfer: The solution leverages a private, point-to-point network, achieving speeds of up to 10 Gbps, ideal for transferring large volumes of data swiftly.
  3. **Data Integrity: **Transfer General™ implements data integrity checks, assuring that data remains intact and unaltered during the migration process.

Use Case Steps:​

  1. Preparation:
    • SecureCorp obtains Transfer General™ licenses for both Transfer General Main (TGM) and Transfer General Remote (TGR).
    • TGM is deployed within SecureCorp's AWS environment, while TGR is set up within their Google Cloud project.
  2. Configuration and Setup:
    • TGM and TGR instances are configured based on provided guidelines, including SSH key setup and user roles.
    • The TGM is deployed next to the source of the data within AWS so data can be easily ingested into the TGM using NFS/SAMBA/SFTP.
    • The TGM encrypts data as it is being ingested before storing it onto the disk.
    • Only SecureCorp knows the passphrase that is needed to reconstitute the actual data encryption key.
    • Transfer General staff configures a point-to-point connection between the TGM and the TGR.
  3. Data Migration Initiation:
    • SecureCorp logs into the TGM dashboard and commences the migration process.
    • The TGM uses TGR’s net 10 address to transfer data from AWS to Google. This means that egress charges are highly reduced.
    • All data that is being migrated has been encrypted using the AES algorithm. This way a malicious administrator can not view/alter the data while it is traveling over their network.
  4. Data Integrity and Compliance:
    • Robust data integrity checks ensure the accuracy and completeness of the migrated medical records.
    • Data remains encrypted at all times, complying with regulatory requirements.
  5. Migration Monitoring and Assurance:
    • SecureCorp closely monitors the migration progress through Google’s dashboard, receiving real-time updates and comprehensive reports.
    • The assurance of continuous encryption and data integrity provides peace of mind throughout the migration process.

Conclusion:​

Transfer General™ empowers SecureCorp to securely migrate a vast amount of highly sensitive and encrypted medical data from AWS to Google Cloud. By guaranteeing data security, integrity, and compliance, Transfer General™ enables SecureCorp to seamlessly perform the migration while maintaining data confidentiality and adherence to strict industry regulations. This use case underscores Transfer General™ as the premier solution for organizations seeking a secure and efficient method to migrate large volumes of encrypted sensitive data across cloud platforms.

[Note: This use case is fictional and intended for illustrative purposes.]