Organizations require IT to succeed in today’s data driven world, and it also provides one of their greatest challenges. Maintaining security while an underworld attacks. Being able to scale, without overextending. Being on top of upgrades, updates, and the latest must haves. Cloud, is the way to have it all, while remaining budgetarily nimble. Employees may only notice that their Salesforce, Slack or word processing program works in the moment, but there’s so much going on, and going well, when IT/computing functions are moved to the Cloud.
Turn potential weaknesses into strengths. Secure networks, systems and information through the use of protocols, Antivirus solutions, firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and regular software updates/patches while also implementing functional testing, vulnerability scans, and penetration tests.
When ideas cross over into regimented routines, you have a well-defined process — both as documents, management systems and repeatable/testable policy. Examples can include how you interact with vendors/outside parties (ensuring they follow cyber-hygiene practices), drills, audits and response plans.
90% of threats come from within an organization. Policies, procedures and training help staff be aware, and become your number one defense from threats. Organizations should have written procedures, physical security and authorization control in place with regular reviews to ensure they stay top of mind.
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