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Why You Need a Password Management Program

April 17, 2024 Password management is what I would call table stakes or the cost of doing business. Five years ago, I would have stood here and told you that password managers are pretty important, and you should really think about getting one. But in 2024 and beyond, I’m telling you that you must have a password manager. … Continue reading "Why You Need a Password Management Program" Read More

What Is a vCISO?

April 10, 2024 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 can’t afford to have a full-time employee on their team to fill that role, … Continue reading "What Is a vCISO?" Read More

How IT Outsourcing Helps Your Internal IT Team

April 1, 2024 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 Neglected One answer is that … Continue reading "How IT Outsourcing Helps Your Internal IT Team" Read More

Why ImageQuest Is SOC 2 Certified

March 28, 2024 I get asked this question a lot: “Why did ImageQuest get a SOC 2 certification, 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 in place, and we have the … Continue reading "Why ImageQuest Is SOC 2 Certified" Read More

Future-Proof Your Business with Continuity Planning

March 26, 2024 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. But whether it’s a regulatory requirement, a new contract, or concern about business sustainability, … Continue reading "Future-Proof Your Business with Continuity Planning" Read More

Why Vendor Management Is Important

March 21, 2024 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 meeting compliance and regulatory requirements. What Is the Importance of Vendor Management? Vendor management has been a … Continue reading "Why Vendor Management Is Important" Read More

What Do Bankers Need to Know About Obtaining Cyber Insurance?

March 13, 2024 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 measures to protect your organization. But what happens when that isn’t enough? Maybe the hackers penetrate your … Continue reading "What Do Bankers Need to Know About Obtaining Cyber Insurance?" Read More

Secure Your Organization’s Future with Incident Response Tabletop Exercises

January 30, 2024 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’s why it’s more critical than ever to ensure you have a plan in place … Continue reading "Secure Your Organization’s Future with Incident Response Tabletop Exercises" Read More

Protect Your Business with the Strength of Vulnerability Management Tools

January 9, 2024 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 safeguarding your organization against these constantly evolving risks. That’s why investing in a comprehensive roadmap for your company’s vulnerability … Continue reading "Protect Your Business with the Strength of Vulnerability Management Tools" Read More

AI and Banking: Amid the AI Hype, What Should Your Bank Do?

November 29, 2023 It’s impossible not to hear about artificial intelligence (AI) anymore. It’s on the news and social media, and nearly every conference includes a session on AI. But for those in the financial industry, can you really use AI’s machine learning techniques and still maintain your regulatory compliance? Will you lose that personal, human touch that … Continue reading "AI and Banking: Amid the AI Hype, What Should Your Bank Do?" Read More

What do Virtual CISOs Actually Do?

November 1, 2023 It may seem as if vendors are shouting “We offer Virtual CISO services!” at every conference you attend. But what does that really mean? Have you ever tallied all the ways this service could benefit your bank? Most community banks we encounter cannot hire an in-house, full-time Chief Information Security Officer. Typically, this executive works … Continue reading "What do Virtual CISOs Actually Do?" Read More

‘Shadow IT’ – How to Reduce the Risks and Costs

September 6, 2023 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’s working at your office. None of these team members went through IT to … Continue reading "‘Shadow IT’ – How to Reduce the Risks and Costs" Read More