Cybersecurity

When Do We Need a vCISO?

According to recent reports from CIO magazine, cybersecurity is still the number one concern in keeping IT managers up at night. With historically high labor shortages for cybersecurity talent, you may wonder, does it make sense for my company to contract with a virtual chief information officer (vCISO)?  For a growing number of companies, that…

Third Party Vendor Risk Management: A Guide for Law Firms

You’ve bought the cybersecurity tools your MSP recommended to manage your cybersecurity. You use a permission-based platform to transfer client files back and forth. Your firm should be covered for data breaches, especially third-party vendor risk, right? Tell that to global law firm Kirkland & Ellis. The firm is facing a proposed class action lawsuit…

How to Navigate the Cybersecurity Workforce Shortage

Cybersecurity stats are in for 2023, and the numbers aren’t pretty. Ransomware attacks are up by 95 percent over 2022, according to the latest analysis by Corvus, a cyber risk insurer. With the inevitable rise in attacks coming in election year 2024, it’s enough to make any size company wonder “should I hire a cybersecurity…

Cybersecurity Plans, Policies, and Procedures: A Guide

The proliferation of cyber threats has underscored the critical importance of robust cybersecurity measures for organizations and industries. As cybercriminals evolve and adapt their tactics, protecting sensitive data, critical systems, and digital infrastructure has become an essential priority.  To address these challenges, organizations must establish comprehensive cybersecurity plans, policies, and procedures that effectively manage risks,…

IT Audit or Assessment for Financial Institutions

Most community banks and credit unions must do frequent overviews of their systems— especially if they have an upcoming regulatory review, are updating their cyber risk insurance, or are starting a new relationship with a managed IT service provider. If you’re an IT leader in the financial services industry, it can be hard to know…