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The Security and Forensics Group offers a new approach to today's IT Security paradigm. Our "Total Environment Security Solution" is built on the most secure technology available. SFG.net products and services are "compliance (+n)", and provide guaranteed reliability for a fraction of what traditional systems costs.
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The Future of IT Security
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SFG.NET | The Security and Forensics Group develops products and services for IT Security and Secure Networks. We specialize in Network Security and Forensics services including: Network Hardening, Secure Networks Design and Implementation, Full-Spectrum IT Security Audits and Penetration Testing, ISO27001 readiness, PCI and Sox compliance and Security Posture Assessment and Threat Remediation Services.
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"Since 1996 we have always put the quality first, a long track record of happy customers who are truly happy with our service and their experience doing business with us."
— Nate Hartman, President and CEO
About Us
SFG.NET | Security and Forensics Group
Nate S. Hartman
President & CEO
Nate Hartman has over 25 years of experience working in the Information Technology industry. Starting with building database applications and later website development, Nate started a successful design firm in San Francisco. From there, he moved back to corporate America joining SolarNet, a division of ITOCHU Corp. of Japan as the IT Director. For nearly a decade, he developed and managed the company’s network with a highly praised design for creative open source architecture. Today Nate has moved back into an entrepreneurial role founding SFG.NET the Security and Forensics Group, an eFingerprint.com company. Nate brings his decades of IT Security focus to bear in this venture. During his years as IT Director, Nate successfully designed and managed the company WAN, and was lead technical project manager of a tier-1 Oracle ERP implementation. Nate is a prolific speaker on IT Security and Forensics. Recently, Nate received the highest award for achievement at the Dale Carnegie Course on Human Relations for success in business.
Nate Hartman has over 25 years of experience working in the Information Technology industry. Starting with building database applications and later website development, Nate started a successful design firm in San Francisco. From there, he moved back to corporate America joining SolarNet, a division of ITOCHU Corp. of Japan as the IT Director. For nearly a decade, he developed and managed the company’s network with a highly praised design for creative open source architecture. Today Nate has moved back into an entrepreneurial role founding SFG.NET the Security and Forensics Group, an eFingerprint.com company. Nate brings his decades of IT Security focus to bear in this venture. During his years as IT Director, Nate successfully designed and managed the company WAN, and was lead technical project manager of a tier-1 Oracle ERP implementation. Nate is a prolific speaker on IT Security and Forensics. Recently, Nate received the highest award for achievement at the Dale Carnegie Course on Human Relations for success in business.
John D. Comfort
VP of Network Security
Providing continued services in IT and Digital Surveillance for corporate and casino environments from 10 – 1000 employees. Design and implementation of Cisco VSS technology; principle consultant in the design and modification of an existing data center; designed and implemented Cisco WLC with ClearAir AP Technology; planning and implementation of colocation facility for redundancy; provided extensive network documentation; network analysis and troubleshooting; Cisco DMVPN WAN redundancy implementation; BGP multihoming for multiple customers.
Steven G. Burgess
Over 30 years of experience in the data forensics field. Expert in most computer hardware, peripherals, operating systems, and applications. Qualified as Expert in courts of California and Texas. Specialist in computer forensics - data discovery. World-renowned as leading expert in recovery of data from disk drives and other electronic media. Has personally performed recovery and forensics analysis on more than 15,000 drives and other media. Registered Apple developer. Generally knowledgeable in the emerging field of Molecular Nanotechnology.
Aras Moshfeghi
Network Security Engineer
Aras has been involved in the Information Technology field from a young age. His specialties include Network Security and the Linux operating system. Aras is highly experienced in maintaining the security infrastructure of the networks that he has worked on. His critical duties have included keeping all operating system and software patches updated, implementing and monitoring a strong backup system, as well as enforcing the IT security policy of the company.
Aras has been involved in the Information Technology field from a young age. His specialties include Network Security and the Linux operating system. Aras is highly experienced in maintaining the security infrastructure of the networks that he has worked on. His critical duties have included keeping all operating system and software patches updated, implementing and monitoring a strong backup system, as well as enforcing the IT security policy of the company.
Rick Ellis
VP of Special Projects
Rick is a true renaissance man of the computer age. He is an out of the box thinker and new solutions architect. Rick Ellis is our “secret weapon against hackers”. But, most importantly Rick’s creative solutions to real-world challenges, such as the high cost of cyber security to businesses, have enabled us to excel in low-cost, high-value security systems that are simply bullet proof.
George D. Copeland
Director of Investigations
With over 20 years of experience, Mr. Copeland brings a new level of skills to the table. A licensed PI in the states of California and Hawaii, George Copeland has widely diverse skills and experience including insurance, medical and legal. Mr. Copeland has a deep passion for and understanding of investigatiive work. George Copeland has managed teams of investigators with the Dayton Hudson Corporation and many others. He has worked with some of the very best investigators in the industry. Cases ranging from insurance claims, missing persons, background investigations, asset protection, recovery and surveillance.
Lic. # 22198 - CA
Lic. # PD-956 - HI
Cast Studies
VISA Corp.
Key Risk Indicators Database - Secure Remote Access
Client Objective: To make highly sensitive data available online through a secure Internet tunnel (VPN).
Visa corp. has very strict regulations and security requirements for their database project. They needed a team of experts that could work
with their IT department to architect a system that would be robust enough to handle their functional needs, as well as comply with their
tight security requirements. SFG.NET provided the technical technology specifications, requirements definition, and "blueprint" for their technology.
PACIFIC BELL (SBC, AT&T)
NOC Security Audit & Internet Services Partner
Client Objective: IT Security Audit and Penetration testing of SBC's Taxas and SF Internet Hosting Sites.
Our involvement has grown into that of technology consultants to their sales teams for mid market and corporate accounts. We work directly
with PBI and assist with the sales process by finding comprehensive technology solutions for their clients. Additionally we provide training
and host technology seminars for their account teams at Pacific Bell facilities around the state. We have a symbiotic relationship with PBI by
filling the gap and providing peripheral IT services not offered by them. Together, SFG.NET and Pacific Bell can offer turn-key solutions
to our customers. Pacific Bell is our premier sales channel partner.
AMERICAN EXPRESS
SAP ERP, Network Security and Security Web Services
Client objective: SAP implementation for Golden Bear Travel (a wholly-owned subsidiary of American Express Travel).
The company was running an outdated Novell topology. In addition to planning, designing and implementing the conversion to SAP, we also developed their website portal and various custom web services and security tools.
HOBIE SNOWBOARDS
PCI Compliant eCommerce Website
Client objective: To implement a secure credit card authorization system for the company website.
The site needed to have hi-impact, generation X graphics on the front end and complete e-commerce functionality on the back end. SFG delivered a credit card authorizing system protected with 128bit RSA transaction security. Additionally, the site features software for matching riders based on their individual profile with the correct snowboard for them to purchase.
NETGEAR
Corporate Bandwidth Requirements Objective
Client objective: Internet Bandwidth Requirements Discovery and Technical Recommendations.
Nortel Networks (NETGEAR) was interested in expanding their Network Connectivity to keep up with their expanding business, SFG.NET along with a major ISP channel partner consulted with senior management on a solution for Netgear.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
"You guys border on being incredible!!! Thanks."
Perry Tkachuk – President, Education Connect, LLC
"You delivered on time and hit your quote right on the button. It’s no wonder I continue to
recommend your firm to others (except my competitors!), and continue to use SFG.NET
for other projects. Thank you for a job well done."
recommend your firm to others (except my competitors!), and continue to use SFG.NET
for other projects. Thank you for a job well done."
Steve G. Burgess – President, Committed To Memory, LLC
"Thank you for the wonderful job you did on our web site. We wanted you to capture the feel of
our company and we feel that you have done it!"
our company and we feel that you have done it!"
Diana Booker-Spry – Sonoma Foie Gras
"My greatest recommendation about SFG.NET is that they are willing to work through
inevitable technical problems that arise and continue to work with you, the customer until
everybody is satisfied. This is why I heartily recommend SFG.NET."
inevitable technical problems that arise and continue to work with you, the customer until
everybody is satisfied. This is why I heartily recommend SFG.NET."
Rev. Tony Ponticello
"SFG.NET are my go to guys for everything Internet, ...period."
Frank Ehret – President, Q&E Products
Our Services
IT Security
Network Hardening
IDS/IPS Systems (+)
End-Point Security Solutions (NAC/EPS)
Social Engineering Awareness & Training
E-mail System Security Solutions
Web Server & Web Services Security
Anti-Virus / Anti-Spam Best Practices and Training
Linux & Open Source Security Solutions
Program Change Documentation & Training Systems
Data Backup Solutions
Bandwidth Shaping
Linux Advanced Routing Traffic Control (link)
Network Monitoring, Network Tomography & Route Analytics
Database Security Controls—Oracle, MySQL
Network Optimization & Security
Security Policy Implementation (ISO27001 Certification Readiness)
IT Landscape Analysis & Topology Documentation
Network Security Audits—Physical & Logical Penetration Testing
IDS/IPS Systems (+)
End-Point Security Solutions (NAC/EPS)
Social Engineering Awareness & Training
E-mail System Security Solutions
Web Server & Web Services Security
Anti-Virus / Anti-Spam Best Practices and Training
Linux & Open Source Security Solutions
Program Change Documentation & Training Systems
Data Backup Solutions
Bandwidth Shaping
Linux Advanced Routing Traffic Control (link)
Network Monitoring, Network Tomography & Route Analytics
Database Security Controls—Oracle, MySQL
Network Optimization & Security
Security Policy Implementation (ISO27001 Certification Readiness)
IT Landscape Analysis & Topology Documentation
Network Security Audits—Physical & Logical Penetration Testing
Forensics
Forensic imaging and copying of originals, either at our offices or on site.
Recovering files from damaged operating systems or hardware.
Preserving the original disk drive or other digital media in its pristine condition.
Recovering data from systems on which there's been an attempt to: Sabotage, hide, delete, overwrite
or steal information, including: Emails--deleted, encrypted or in other conditions
Recovering deleted email from Outlook PST and OST files
Databases, including proprietary customer information
Documents, even those erased, sometimes shredded, or overwritten
Key searches to locate otherwise unrecoverable data
Manual carving of otherwise inaccessible data
History files and entries, including Internet history, or data copied from networks or digital media
such as USB thumb drives, flash drives, memory sticks
Analysis of URL or web addresses manually typed by the user
All email addresses and users
All images, including pornography, or images that have been hidden via steganography or encryption
Spyware, Trojan and other malware analysis
Log files of instant message and chat sessions
Analysis of specific users activities including login dates and times
Password cracking service for lockouts
Analysis to show all software ever installed on the computer
Analysis to show all external devices attached to the computer
Manual rebuilding of MIME-type or other email attachments
Revealing damage performed on the injured party's computer and files.
Conversely, showing the likely innocence of defendant's data.
Revealing the validity of a client's claim to his or her own attorney.
Producing data, which is readable by the client.
Advising the client as to the best means of interpreting data.
Explaining clearly, without technical jargon, “geek-speak” or doublespeak, what the findings mean.
Giving expert testimony in deposition and trial.
Producing declarations, affidavits and other reports
Recovering files from damaged operating systems or hardware.
Preserving the original disk drive or other digital media in its pristine condition.
Recovering data from systems on which there's been an attempt to: Sabotage, hide, delete, overwrite
or steal information, including: Emails--deleted, encrypted or in other conditions
Recovering deleted email from Outlook PST and OST files
Databases, including proprietary customer information
Documents, even those erased, sometimes shredded, or overwritten
Key searches to locate otherwise unrecoverable data
Manual carving of otherwise inaccessible data
History files and entries, including Internet history, or data copied from networks or digital media
such as USB thumb drives, flash drives, memory sticks
Analysis of URL or web addresses manually typed by the user
All email addresses and users
All images, including pornography, or images that have been hidden via steganography or encryption
Spyware, Trojan and other malware analysis
Log files of instant message and chat sessions
Analysis of specific users activities including login dates and times
Password cracking service for lockouts
Analysis to show all software ever installed on the computer
Analysis to show all external devices attached to the computer
Manual rebuilding of MIME-type or other email attachments
Revealing damage performed on the injured party's computer and files.
Conversely, showing the likely innocence of defendant's data.
Revealing the validity of a client's claim to his or her own attorney.
Producing data, which is readable by the client.
Advising the client as to the best means of interpreting data.
Explaining clearly, without technical jargon, “geek-speak” or doublespeak, what the findings mean.
Giving expert testimony in deposition and trial.
Producing declarations, affidavits and other reports
IT Support Solutions
Lead Management System for Secure Extranets
Managed IT and Network Systems
Managed Web Sites and Servers
Business Development
IT Requirements Definition
Functional System Documentation
IT Landscape Analysis
Resource Allocation and Management Consulting
Client to MIS Liaison Services
Hardware/Software Requirements Analysis
Web Strategy Consulting
Application Documentation and Training
Program Change Management
ROI Analysis
Ecommerce Data Modeling
Oracle Technology Stack Implementation and Support
Managed IT and Network Systems
Managed Web Sites and Servers
Business Development
IT Requirements Definition
Functional System Documentation
IT Landscape Analysis
Resource Allocation and Management Consulting
Client to MIS Liaison Services
Hardware/Software Requirements Analysis
Web Strategy Consulting
Application Documentation and Training
Program Change Management
ROI Analysis
Ecommerce Data Modeling
Oracle Technology Stack Implementation and Support
Contact Us
SFG.NET 505 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94111 11th Floor (866) 240-3330