Month: September 2024

Integrated Risk Management

Integrated Risk Management: Unifying Risk and Strategy

Businesses operating in a post-COVID era of accelerated cloud adoption and decentralized workforces are quickly realizing the need for a security-first culture to mitigate looming security risks in the face of rising costs associated with data breaches. In fact, the average cost of a data breach in the US was 4.45 million in 2023, this…
Sep 20, 2024
ISO Training

ISO 27001 Training Program [How to get started]

Like it or not, your employees are your first line of defence in the event of cyber attacks, data breaches, and hacks. You must, therefore, never shy away from investing in establishing a robust organization-wide security culture. Whether you are implementing ISO 27001 or are already certified, investing in building a security-savvy workforce will generate…
Sep 20, 2024
Secure controls framework

Ultimate Guide to Secure Controls Framework  

Every 39 seconds, the U.S. faces a cybersecurity attack, impacting one in three Americans and countless companies each year. As a CISO, neglecting security can place you in that unfortunate statistic. The Secure Controls Framework (SCF) is your solution.  This solution should be your go-to because it is created to empower companies in guiding the…
Sep 20, 2024
NIST certification

NIST Certification Process [A Step-by-Step Guide]

Did you know that the United States remains a highly targeted country for cybercrime? In fact, a report found that 46% of global cyberattacks are towards Americans. This is why many companies are now turning to popular cybersecurity frameworks like NIST to fortify their security posture. The NIST cybersecurity framework helps businesses of all sizes…
Sep 20, 2024
SOC 1 vs SOC 2 vs SOC 3

SOC 1 vs SOC 2 vs SOC 3 Comparison — Overview & Comparison

If you run a SaaS business and want to target mid-market or enterprise customers, you are going to be asked about the security posture of your company at one point or another. You may try to pass through them by answering security questionnaires but when your sales deal is stuck and cannot move forward because…
Sep 20, 2024
ISO Certification

ISO 27001 Certification: A Complete Guide to Process, Costs, and Benefits

The ISO 27001 certification process typically requires gaining familiarity with the standard, diligent planning, committed implementation, and ongoing maintenance. The readiness and existing processes of the organization determine the complexity of each of these steps. For first-time certification seekers becoming audit-ready and dealing with the back and forth with the auditor after the initial audit…
Sep 20, 2024