Data Protection Solutions with Thales and Dell VxRail

This document is a technical report that outlines the challenges and solutions associated with securing IT data environments. It identifies key challenges such as the increasing frequency and sophistication of data breaches, compliance mandates, cost control, rapid digital transformation, and explosive data growth. The report presents a data-centric solution that emphasizes the importance of proven encryption and centralized management of encryption keys. It details the integration of Dell VxRail HCI systems with Thales enterprise key management to enhance data security. The document describes two deployment options for Thales EKMs: encryption at the VM level and encryption at the VMware vSAN level, each with specific requirements and capabilities. Additionally, it discusses the benefits of centralized key management, role-based access control, and robust auditing features. The report concludes by highlighting how Thales and Dell solutions can lower the total cost of ownership while providing comprehensive data security and compliance.