Our HSCN remote access service is secured by two factor authentication:
- Your log in and password details
- Randomly-generated, time sensitive password ('One Time Password' or OTP) that is presented on a separate device
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How is HSCN remote access secured?
Our HSCN remote access service is secured by two factor authentication: Randomly-generated, time sensitive password ('One Time Password' or OTP) that is presented on a separate device Redcentric is an accredited N3 ISP (Network Access Agreement 0740)
What is HSCN connectivity?
HSCN connectivity is the default standard for internet connectivity in the health and social care sector, supporting the Internet First policy of easy access to digital health and care services and improving interoperability between them.
How does redcentrics secure the connection to the HSCN network?
To ensure the connection to the HSCN network is guarded, a piece of software on your device (desktop, laptop, tablet) creates a secure tunnel to the Redcentrics HSCN remote access platform. All data that is passed through this resilient gateway is encrypted, protecting information in transit to HSCN resources.
How can GPS and other staff access Docman from remote locations?
Due to current circumstances, large numbers of GPs and other staff are working from remote locations but require access to their on-premise systems, such as DOCMAN. Historically this has been achieved using an RDP (Remote Desktop Protocol) session however following migration to HSCN this port (3389) has been blocked for security reasons.
What is a Hscn connection?
HSCN is an interoperable network of networks provided by multiple suppliers who comply with open and common standards and acts as a single network provided by multiple suppliers. This allows health and social care providers to share information and access services regardless of their network supplier or location.
What VPN does NHS use?
In NHS Wales we use Cisco AnyConnect to allow users to connect and work securely from remote locations. Demand for this service increases rapidly during Local or National Major Incidents. We are already seeing unprecedented demand on the VPN service as a result of COVID-19.
How do I get remote access to the NHS?
Access the Portal and Remote Access.Prepare your computer for the Portal and Remote Access. Install Sun Java. ... Understand the One Time Code security system. One Time Codes are used to log in to the Remote Access VPN and the Portal. ... Access the Portal and Remote Access.
Will my NHS laptop work abroad?
Laptop computers taken outside secure NHS environments are subject to special security risks: they may be lost or stolen and may be exposed to unauthorised access or tampering. Laptops taken abroad may also be at risk, for example confiscated by police or customs officials.
What is the NHS network?
NHS Networks is a free resource for anyone working in or with the health and care sector to use to share information, network with others and keep up to date with news. It is managed and funded by Primary Care Commissioning Community Interest Company (PCC).
Is Hscn secure?
HSCN is a private network, designed as a reliable business resource to carry information, which is only available to certain organisations. This is very different from a 'secure' network.
What is N3 connection?
N3 is a national broadband network for the English National Health Service (NHS), connecting all NHS locations and 1.3 million employees across England. As of 2018 it is being phased out. In 2004, BT was awarded the contract to deliver and manage the IT project on behalf of the NHS.
Why health and care organisations should invest now
You may think to yourself, that if you set up a VPN on your machines that will keep your business safe. It will, for a while, but it’s not a long-term solution. Without a specialist solution, you risk leaving your business exposed to cyber threats.
Fast, reliable and secure HSCN access
When delivering care on the move, healthcare professionals need secure access to the right data, at the right time. And we can help.
What is HSCN remote access?
Our HSCN remote access service allows organisations who, are not direct NHS entities, but are providing clinical services via NHS commissioned contractual arrangements, to securely access HSCN network services and systems from anywhere and any device via a secure encrypted tunnel.
What is Redcentric token?
We use Redcentric tokens, a HSCN Commercial Aggregator, to offer secure access to the HSCN network via a public, freely available network connection (the Internet) so access can be delivered securely from any location.
Considerations before you look to replace your N3 tokens
Understand your requirements for the short, medium and long-term. What do your users need to access and where is their start point? Is it HSCN or PSN?
What should you look for in a remote access provider? Here are four things to consider. Do they provide
A secure remote access solution which offers more than access to private networks
Why Exponential-e
Seamless migration and full support along the journey, through dedicated Sales Specialists, Solutions Consultants, Delivery Experts and our 24 / 7 UK Support Desk.
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What is Guidance on HSCN?
Guidance has been produced on how public cloud services are connected to HSCN and should be used to define what approvals and organisation obligations are when connecting Infrastructure from a public cloud provider directly on to HSCN.
What is cloud based remote access?
Cloud based remote access delivers a managed service via bespoke client software that provides secure VPN connectivity. The services can be tailored to provide independent access or combined access connectivity to use other business solutions such as UC and VC services. Cloud based solutions provide low cost and scalable solutions and use industry standard security protocols and processes.
What is IPSEC VPN?
Traditional VPNs rely on IPSec (Internet Protocol Security) to tunnel between the two endpoints. IPSec works on the network layer of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model - securing all data that travels between the two endpoints without an association to any specific application. When connected on an IPSec VPN the client computer is "virtually" a full member of the corporate network - able to see and potentially access the entire network.
What is clientless VPN?
Clientless VPN provides secure and easy access to a broad range of web resources and web-enabled applications from almost any computer on the internet. They include, but are not limited to: application access (smart tunnel or port forwarding access to other TCP-based applications)
Where are client applications installed?
Client applications are installed on endpoint computers and devices. Clients are usually installed on a managed device, such as a company-owned computer. The client supplies access to most types of corporate resources according to the access privileges of the user.
What is HSCN in healthcare?
The Health and Social Care Network (HSCN) is a new data network for health and care organisations which replaced N3 . It provides the underlying network arrangements to help integrate and transform health and social care services by enabling them to access and share information more reliably, flexibly and efficiently while benefitting ...
Who can buy HSCN?
Health and social care organisation can buy HSCN connectivity from a choice of suppliers within a competitive marketplace.
What is the internet connection for HSCN?
The internet broadband connection would typically be provided over ADSL or ADSL2+ with connectivity to HSCN via a managed virtual private network (VPN) overlay service.
What is HSCN in healthcare?
The Health and Social Care Network (HSCN) programme has provided new and significantly different network services to the legacy networks it replaced.
What is primary connection?
The primary connection is wired broadband (ADSL or ADSL2+ for example) directly to the HSCN CN-SP.
What is 1Gbit/s+?
These would typically be high-speed Ethernet, with the example showing ‘1Gbit/s+ indicating that the services are delivered over 10Gbit/s bearer circuits configured with the required committed data rate. In this scenario, both the primary and backup connections are provided by the same CN-SP.
Is Ethernet a primary or backup?
Both the primary and backup connections are Ethernet, with this example showing ‘1Gbit/s’ for each. The connections would typically be delivered over 1Gbit/s bearer circuits configured with the required committed data rate.
What is HCA IT&S?
HCA IT&S has introduced a new method for physicians to connect to our systems remotely, whether at home or in their office . This new tool will significantly improve log in time, and presents a desktop image that closely matches what physicians see in our facilities.
What is SRA in healthcare?
Simplified Remote Access ( SRA) is a way for employees and vendors to quickly, easily, and securely access the HCA network from outside the hospital. Users will no longer need security tokens to connect to the hospital systems; instead, they will use a 3-4 ID and password.
