The topic of cybersecurity can seem more than a little overwhelming, and you’re probably wondering where to begin. The good news is that we’re here to help you as you begin this journey of securing your network and devices.
Understanding the Need for Cybersecurity
The articles and webinars on this site are designed to give you an appreciation for various aspects of cybersecurity and the challenges that all network and device owners face in trying to build a secure environment.
First Steps
After you've gained an appreciation for the scope of the cybersecurity problem, the next step is to begin with the "low hanging fruit". These items are often relatively simple to remediate and give a large return for your investment in time and resources. Beginning with these items will pay big dividends as you begin your cybersecurity journey.
What's Next
Now that the initial steps are completed, it's time to consider further enhancing your cybersecurity stand. The human element is often the weakest link in securing any environment so it's important to educate yourself as well those you work with. Use these resources to help you lay out a roadmap for future growth and development.
Newest Resources
Best Practices to Protect PHI – and Why Everyone Should Know How
Cybersecurity isn’t just a technical checklist—it’s a critical business strategy that protects what matters most: Your personal and professional digital assets!
Understanding the Importance of Vulnerability Management
Vulnerability management provides a proactive line of defense against bad actors looking to find and exploit security weaknesses or vulnerabilities.
Does Security Compliance Really Matter?
To foster good relationships with your customers and shareholders, and avoid fines and breaches, companies must maintain a compliant cybersecurity structure.
Navigating Cloud Compliance: Essential Regulations in the Digital Age
It is vital that organizations realize that cloud compliance is not merely checking items off a list. It requires thoughtful consideration and a great deal of planning. Operating from a proactive stance.
Are Hackers Coming to the Good Side?
Recently, organizations big and small have found real value in hiring people to break into their systems. It’s called “ethical hacking,” and has become a surprisingly popular security tool.
Hacking For Good? It’s Possible, Lucrative and Legal
Hacking isn’t always a malicious attempt to prey on your systems and data. Sometimes it can be used for good!
Hackers…Save the Day?
Hackers are the arch nemesis of cybersecurity teams everywhere. But what if there was a good kind of hacking too?
Why Is Penetration Testing So Important for My Business?
Pen Testing let’s companies regularly check the effectiveness of their cybersecurity program, making sure that hackers, whether they are black, grey, or white, are kept at bay.
Announcing Season 4
Custom Internet Services is excited to announce Season 4 of our Practical Cybersecurity Webinar Series! These short, 30 minute webinars are provided free of charge to businesses and organizations with questions about improving their cybersecurity stance.
About the Presenter
Steve is the Owner and CTO for Custom Internet Services. He has over 20 years of experience in Information Technology and taught IT for 13 years at the college level. He holds several IT certifications from Microsoft and CompTIA and has served as a reviewer or technical editor for several Microsoft certification course books. His cybersecurity experience includes holding several Global Information Assurance Certifications (GSEC, GCIA, GCIH, GCFA, GWEB, GICSP) as well as the NSTISSI 4011 sponsored by the Committee on National Security Systems.
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