Designing and managing security architecture is a multifaceted task, and doing so without proper guidance can be challenging. Thankfully, numerous security frameworks are available to provide direction for your business. Two primary models in cyber security that are generally recognized internationally are CIS (Center for Internet Security) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)….
A data center houses critical infrastructure and client’s sensitive information. More often than not, the client’s auditor seeks assurance that the data center complies with the relevant standards and has appropriate data protection measures. The clients, in turn, inquire about the certifications it possesses and the strength of the data center’s security processes. Ensuring a…
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), developed by the U.S. Department of Defense details the cybersecurity requirements for contractors in the Defense Industrial Base. It is published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). If you are a defense contractor, you must protect controlled unclassified information (CUI) from a wide range of threats…
According to the HIPAA Privacy Rule, HIPAA-compliant covered entities and their business associates can release and utilize protected health information (PHI) for purposes of treatment, payment, or healthcare operations without an individual’s consent. However, in all situations, when such private information has to be revealed, it should be in accordance with the HIPAA minimum necessary…
Financial penalties for security breaches are fairly common these days. Organizations acknowledge that the root cause of compliance violations is due to lack of visibility in their compliance posture. And, automating the business compliance process is the need of the hour. This article aims to give you an overview of what a compliance automation tool…
One of the first decisions you would make after deciding to get SOC 2 compliant is selecting the SOC 2 Trust Service Principles for your audit. The SOC 2 Principles, also called the SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria, form the foundation on which the entire scope, process, and audit of the framework is built. It…