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Restrict each contractor to the required BMS controller, ports and site, and remove access when the job ends. A jump host or managed tunnel can centralise these controls.\n\nBack up configurations and ensure local safety controls remain independent. Remote access should be tested for both function and isolation. 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That allows authorised maintenance access, alarm reporting or continuity when the primary network is unavailable, and it can avoid asking the tenant or corporate IT team to expose internal ports.\n\nThe independent path should still be secured with VPN or managed remote access and restricted to the building-management network. Its SIM, antenna, power and failover status need monitoring, otherwise the backup may fail unnoticed. 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Use a firewall to allow only required protocols between them, and keep router and switch management on a dedicated administration network.\n\nThe cellular connection should not create a shortcut around the building\u2019s security policy. Remote maintenance users should enter through a controlled VPN or management platform and reach only the systems assigned to them. 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