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Join me on my journey as I share my insights and experiences on all things Apple, Business and Entrepreneurship!
Join me on my journey as I share my insights and experiences on all things Apple, Business and Entrepreneurship!
Starting a new business proved to be challenging initially. He talks about his learning curve and experiences building his current business, including the setbacks and obstacles he faced along the way. His goal is to share what he has learned with others who may be going through similar situations.
Organizations are faced with the increasing scrutiny of more complex and sophisticated attacks by threat actors against key information systems that are essential to the organization. Complex attacks such as ransomware and data exfiltration are being used against organizations or systems that they encounter or somehow get access to. When an attacker wants to break into a system, they will typically choose the easiest and most direct methods in means in order to access it. The problem is an organization may not have a full understanding of the complex attack...
Cybersecurity risks and threats are issues that all organizations, large and small, must deal with. Whether the issues are information security program related or a technical challenge, organizations need to have the personnel resources to solve the cybersecurity issues as aligned to the business requirements set forth. In an ever-growing cloud-based services industry, information security risk is never greater. Cyberattacks are growing in impact and frequency. Not a week passes without a headline of another cybersecurity attack such as a data breach or a ransomware attack. Cyber criminals are becoming...
Security awareness training is one of the most critical and important security requirements for any size organization to consider implementing within their environment. Arguably, the greatest risk faced by any organization is the danger of insider threat as employees are can be considered a weak link in the chain as they are susceptible to curiosity, greed, envy, etc. To further increase risk, employees may be faced with the threat of social engineering attacks including phishing, baiting, spear phishing, tailgating, scareware, pretexting, quid pro quo, etc. To combat these risks, a...
A cyber security risk assessment is a critical activity performed on your company's security policy, procedures, and infrastructure to reveal potential threats to key corporate assets and vulnerabilities in your current security controls as implemented. This process involves identifying and evaluating the likelihood and potential impact of these risks, allowing you to prioritize mitigation efforts and allocate resources effectively.
The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is the Department of Defense’s (DoD) latest cybersecurity program designed to ensure that cybersecurity controls and processes adequately protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) that resides on Defense Industrial Base (DIB) systems and networks. The DIB consists of all suppliers of DOD related services including primes, subcontractors, consultants, and other entities that provide any type of service on a DOD related contract. This includes companies that manufacture, design, or test products for the DoD, as well as those that provide services such as logistics, maintenance,...
- Jon takes us through his path of leaving a 9-to-5 job and starting a consultancy to fill a visible void.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) defines telehealth as: The use of electronic communication and information technologies, such as video conferencing, phone calls, and messaging systems, to provide healthcare services remotely. This includes consultations, diagnoses, treatments, and patient education.
The internet has gone from strength to strength and part of the beauty of it is the fact that it enables us all to communicate freely with people everywhere in the world. Now with the growth of Wi-Fi we have allowed ourselves to create devices which also connect to the internet and deliver or transfer data within a network. While this connectivity is amazing, the unfortunate downside is that each internet connected individual on the planet has their own networks and their own data that can fall victim to theft...
Working remote has many benefits but also creates many cybersecurity risks. Here is a handy list of do's and Dont's to help you protect your company and sensitive information.
The necessity of working from home is becoming a reality for many workforce members who may not have had this access before. While remote working offers many benefits to employees, such as increased flexibility and work-life balance, many more risks appear as cybercriminals prey on the lax security protocols of the remote worker. It is critical that we as employees treat this access as a privilege, making security our top concern in order to protect ourselves and our organizations from potential threats.
The threat of the Novel Coronavirus has recently been a top concern worldwide. With many conspiracy theories, disinformation, and general curiosity, many citizens are looking for more information on the outbreak from a trusted source. As a result, it's essential to rely on credible sources when seeking updates or guidance on this issue.
The COVID-19 crisis has forced many organizations and businesses to work from home. Are you aware of the cybersecurity risks to your business with your employees working remotely? With more employees accessing company data and systems from personal devices, there is a higher risk of data breaches and cyber attacks. This shift in work environment requires careful consideration of security measures to protect against these threats.
