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Overview

Scan scheduling allows you to define specific time windows during which Chariot will perform scanning activities. This feature helps you manage system resources effectively and ensures scans occur during optimal times for your organization.

Setting Up a Scan Schedule

Time Window Configuration

You can configure two key aspects of your scan schedule:

  1. Days of the Week: Select which days scanning should occur
  2. Time Window: Define the start and end times for scanning activities

Time Zones

  • Scan schedules can be configured by time zone
  • Available options:
    • UTC (Coordinated Universal Time)
    • ET (Eastern Time)

Schedule Management

Creating a New Schedule

  1. Navigate to Settings in the main navigation
  2. Select the Scan Settings tab
  3. Locate the "Scan Schedule" section
  4. Configure your schedule:
    • Select days using the radio buttons for each day of the week
    • Choose start time from the dropdown menu (30-minute increments)
    • Choose end time from the dropdown menu (30-minute increments)
    • Select your timezone (UTC or ET) from the dropdown menu
  5. Click "Save" to apply the schedule

Modifying an Existing Schedule

You can update your scan schedule at any time by:

  1. Adjusting the selected days
  2. Modifying the time window
  3. Saving your changes

Deleting a Schedule

To remove a scan schedule:

  1. Navigate to the scan schedule settings
  2. Click the "Reset to Default" button

Best Practices

Optimal Scheduling

  • Schedule scans during off-peak hours to minimize impact on operations
  • Consider time zone differences if managing multiple locations
  • Ensure adequate time windows for comprehensive scanning

Setting up your scan schedule is an important step in optimizing your continuous threat exposure management with Chariot. By configuring scans to run during appropriate time windows, you can ensure comprehensive coverage while minimizing impact on your operations.

If you need any assistance with scan scheduling or have questions about optimizing your scan windows, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team at support@praetorian.com. We're here to help you make the most of Chariot's capabilities.

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