INFORME TÉCNICO DE EXAMEN MODALIDAD COMPLEXIVO PREVIO A LA OBTENCIÓN DEL TÍTULO DE TECNÓLOGO SUPERIOR EN DESARROLLO DE SOFTWARE TECNOLÓGICO

Abstract

This project addresses the implementation of an efficient firewall using free software tools to protect the internal network of the Instituto Superior Tecnológico Tena. The main objective is to implement software that allows filtering incoming and outgoing traffic, blocking unwanted connections and monitoring data flow in real time, ensuring the security and good performance of the institutional network. The applied methodology includes the configuration of a virtualized environment to simulate the network infrastructure of the institute, using software such as pfSense and monitoring plugins such as Snort or Suricata. This approach allows validating the performance of the firewall and adjusting security rules according to the specific needs of the academic environment. The expected result is a functional prototype that can serve as a basis for implementation in a real environment. This system will demonstrate how open source tools can offer accessible and effective solutions to improve cybersecurity in institutions with limited resources. In conclusion, this project highlights the importance of adopting open source technologies to solve critical problems, such as information security, encouraging the use of sustainable and customizable solutions in the academic field.