Author: Meeba Gracy

Meeba, an ISC2-certified cybersecurity specialist, passionately decodes and delivers impactful content on compliance and complex digital security matters. Adept at transforming intricate concepts into accessible insights, she’s committed to enlightening readers. Off the clock, she can be found with her nose in the latest thriller novel or exploring new haunts in the city.
ISO 27701 certification

An Overview of ISO 27701,The Privacy Information Systems Standard

Bruce Schneier says, “Data is the pollution problem of the information age, and protecting privacy is the environmental challenge.” This quote double-clicks the importance of keeping data and privacy on the highest pedestal of protection. This is where the ISO 27701 certification comes in. ISO/IEC 27701:2019 serves as an essential tool for organizations. It is…
Aug 09, 2024
Governance roles and responsibilities

Complete Guide To Data Governance Roles And Responsibilities

Organizations must comply with various regulations and standards governing data usage, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and others. This is why you need to understand the roles and responsibilities in data governance to help ensure compliance. No one puts the definition of data governance more aptly than Mike Ferguson, Intelligent Business Strategies –  “Data governance is…
Jul 23, 2024
GRC strategy

How To Develop An Effective GRC Strategy?

At the 2022 MetricStream GRC Summit, Michael Rasmussen brilliantly illustrated the interconnectedness of business risks using a “forest and trees” analogy. Just imagine the complex business environment as a forest. Understanding how each tree (or risk) fits into the bigger picture is important because a small vulnerability at a smaller level can escalate and set…
Jul 22, 2024
Fedramp requirements

The Ultimate FedRAMP Requirements Checklist

For those thinking a FedRAMP certification is easy, think again. It isn’t something security teams can handle alone. Moreover, it has a telling impact on a lot of functions, so the overarching scope shouldn’t be underestimated. The FedRAMP framework is an exercise that engages your entire organization. Despite the common misconception, it isn’t limited to…
Jul 10, 2024
cyber insurance

Understanding Cybersecurity Insurance: A Simple Guide

With cybercrime on the rise, more companies face the threat of data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cybersecurity incidents. A data breach can harm more than just your computer system. It can tarnish your reputation and jeopardize your customers and employees. Surprisingly, among companies affected by data breaches, 76% say that the impact is as…
Jun 27, 2024
FISMA vs Fedramp

Fisma vs FedRAMP Certification – Major Differences and Similarities

For Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and companies wanting to work with United States Federal Government agencies, getting certified is crucial. However, there needs to be more clarity about which certification to go for. When it comes to working with the government, the main certifications you need to know about are FedRAMP (Federal Risk and Authorization…
Jun 24, 2024