How to Set Up a Bank Intranet
Deploying an intranet in a bank or credit union environment means meeting strict security, access control, and audit-readiness standards. This guide walks IT teams through setting up a secure, internal intranet using Microsoft IIS.
Prerequisites
- Windows Server with IIS role installed
- SQL Server (local or networked)
- SSL Certificate (internal or public)
- Active Directory or Azure AD integration (optional)
IIS Setup Steps
- Create a new site in IIS and point it to your intranet folder (typically ASP.NET or Classic ASP)
- Bind to your desired port (typically 443) and assign the SSL certificate
- Set application pool identity and permissions
- Verify SQL connection string and test database access
- Restrict access by IP or AD group if required
Hosting Options
You can host the intranet:
- Internally using on-premise IIS and AD
- In the cloud using IIS on an EC2, Azure VM, or Windows VPS
- Hybrid model with VPN or Azure AD authentication
Security & Compliance
- Audit logging with SQL or custom intranet logging
- Windows Authentication or token-based login
- Content approval workflows (via your intranet platform)
- Secure file upload limits and MIME type controls
Need Help?
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