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Cybersecurity assessments and audits are often discussed interchangeably. While the two are related, assessments and audits are distinct cybersecurity and compliance evaluation mechanisms. It’s important for security leaders to un... Keep Reading

The financial services sector is responsible for safeguarding large amounts of valuable data making it a consistent target for cybercriminals. Without the proper cybersecurity controls in place, the banking records and personal id... Keep Reading

Moving towards a cloud-first IT strategy aligned with organizational business goals requires a digitally transformed cybersecurity program. When maturing security and compliance programs, organizations almost inevitably start with... Keep Reading

The U.S. federal government has one of the biggest supply chains in the U.S., if not the world. The United States government is dependent on contractors, using upwards of 4 million contractors to outsource tasks, provide services,... Keep Reading

Modern procurement processes incorporate multiple technologies to streamline internal enterprise processes. Whether using enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms or less sophisticated software, organizations increasingly leve... Keep Reading

The retail industry has been a long-standing target for hackers. As many retailers move toward cloud environments and organizations continue to utilize big data for improved customer experiences, they are opening themselves up to ... Keep Reading

With 44% of data breaches caused by a third party, and only 15% of vendors disclosing that a breach had taken place, it’s no surprise that many organizations are prioritizing investment in their third-party risk management (TPRM) ... Keep Reading

Looking towards 2021, cybersecurity will continue to remain an organizational priority. Research from Cyber Defense Magazine estimates cumulative cybersecurity spending between 2017 and 2021 will be more than $1 trillion. Organiza... Keep Reading

When implementing digital solutions, organizations often increase their network complexity and widen their potential attack surface. The evolving cyber threat landscape coupled with the growing cybersecurity skills gap highlights ... Keep Reading

Whether it be to bolster protected health information (PHI) security or to streamline patient care, healthcare providers are increasingly relying on third-party vendors to carry out their day to day operations. While working with ... Keep Reading