Security Requirements for Deploying Silk on Azure

This guide outlines the security requirements necessary for deploying the Silk Data Virtualization Platform on Microsoft Azure. It details the prerequisites for deploying Silk, including the necessary IAM roles and permissions for operators, such as Azure Marketplace purchasing permissions and Owner access to the Resource Group. The document specifies the security configurations needed for network security group ports, firewall rules, and SMTP whitelisting to ensure proper communication and data management. Additionally, it describes the permissions required for creating Silk Data Pods and configuring iSCSI connections. The guide emphasizes the importance of adhering to specific firewall settings and Azure policies to facilitate a secure deployment environment. Overall, it serves as a comprehensive resource for organizations looking to implement Silk in a secure and efficient manner on Azure infrastructure.