Practical thinking on security, IT, compliance, and AI, written for leaders of regulated institutions.
Many people wonder, “What is a vCISO?” A virtual chief information (security) officer, or vCISO, can be a critical piece of your cybersecurity strategy. Many organizations today realize that they need a senior leader at the cybersecurity level, but they either
A question I often get is, “Why would I consider outsourcing IT when I have a robust internal IT team?” There are a couple of answers here, and I’ll give you two of them to explain why IT outsourcing is a good idea. 1. Application and User Support Are Often Ne
I get asked this question a lot: “Why did ImageQuest get a SOC 2 attestation, and why would I as a customer care? The simple answer is this: you can take us at our word as service providers that we’re doing these things, we have the proper security controls
Creating a business continuity plan (BCP) on your own can be daunting. You may feel overwhelmed wondering what critical business functions to include in your plan, what risks to create contingencies for, and how to even start your business continuity planning.
As cybersecurity concerns and global supply chains have grown, vendor management has become a vital element of every organization’s cybersecurity program. This video delves into why vendor management is important for all businesses, especially when it comes to
As our world depends more on digital technology, businesses face ever-evolving cyber threats that can jeopardize their sensitive data, financial stability, and reputation. As a bank owner or IT manager, you understand the critical need for robust cybersecurity
Are you afraid of being caught off guard by cybersecurity incidents? The Nashville Business Journal reported that the number of cybersecurity incidents in the U.S. in 2023 was the highest on record, indicating that cyberattacks are no longer rare events. That’
In today’s digital world, businesses of all sizes face unprecedented cybersecurity threats that can compromise their valuable data, disrupt operations, and tarnish their reputation. As a responsible executive and IT leader, you understand the criticality of sa
An executive at your organization streams music from a service on his office computer. Another executive uses a personal file-sharing site to store some of her work files. Another employee tracks sales and promotions sent to his personal email service while he
You know you have a robust cyber security training program, but you still wonder whether you are doing enough to implement it to the level you need to protect against cybercriminals. You’re not alone. Hackers usually start with your organization’s weakest secu
As a business owner or executive, you know that keeping your company’s sensitive data secure is a top priority. However, with the growing number of cyber threats and the increasing complexity of managing passwords, it can be challenging to ensure that your bus
Have you ever heard the phrase, “You’re only as strong as your weakest link?” In terms of cybersecurity, that means that even if your organization’s security and compliance measures are top-notch, you are vulnerable to cyberattacks if you have a vendor who doe