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 27001 Controls: A Guide to Implementing Annex A Controls
ISO 27001 is an international standard that outlines various clauses and controls that organizations can implement for effectively building an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISO 27001 clauses and controls are utilized by organizations to manage security risks and achieve ISMS certification. The controls are detailed in Annex A, and organizations should choose and…
Sep 19, 2024
Cyber Essentials: A Key Cybersecurity Certification for Organizations
Amid the rapid strides into the digital realm, the accompanying risks loom large. The emergence of Cyber Essentials stands as a pivotal response to these challenges within contemporary cybersecurity. Crafted by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), this nationally recognized certification acts as a cornerstone, erecting a robust defense against prevalent online threats. Its implementation…
Sep 18, 2024
Tips to Avoid Consequences of Non-Compliance
According to GlobalSCAPE, the average price of noncompliance is 2.71 times higher than that of compliance. The consequences of noncompliance have become a significant concern today. Failing to adhere to cyber security can go beyond reputational damage and can have devastating repercussions for your business. If you’re a business owner, understanding these consequences is not…
Sep 17, 2024
NIST Risk Assessment: Identifying and Managing Security Risks
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is considered the gold standard for data security among US federal agencies. The framework enables you to strengthen your security posture by implementing strong security measures to safeguard sensitive data. Companies aren’t mandated to become NIST-certified. However, companies that fall under the federal information systems must be…
Sep 14, 2024
ISO 27001 Audit: How to Conduct Successful Audit?
SaaS businesses need to inspire confidence and trust about how they manage and establish data security to clock continued growth. And the best way to build such trust is by gaining independent and internationally-recognized accreditations for your security controls. The ISO 2700 certification is one of the most recognized international security standards. It demonstrates your…
Sep 13, 2024