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Types of Cybersecurity Companies
A company may decide to give some or all of its IT security and threat management to an IT managed service provider; a managed security service provider (MSSP); or a company specializing in cybersecurity services.
MSSP is an IT service provider which offers cybersecurity monitoring and administration, including virus and spam blocking, intrusion detection, firewall and virtual private network (VPN) management, vulnerability testing and antiviral services. An MSSP may use its own security operations center (SOC) or a SOC from another provider to offer security monitoring services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Some cybersecurity and IT security consulting organizations specialize in certain security aspects. In addition, they handle IT security services like firewalls, intrusion detection and prevention, security threat analysis, proactive security vulnerability and penetration testing, incident preparedness and response and IT forensics.
Effective cybersecurity, regardless of the security provider type, must:
- Reduce the possibility of cyberattacks
- Protect systems, networks, and technologies from unauthorized use
- Prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information by other parties
- Protect against service disruptions
- Maintain productivity by minimizing computer virus-related downtime
- Monitor overall security to offer assurance
- Provide security and ensure business continuity
Important Security Services
- Network Protection
- Endpoint Protection
- Application Protection
- Password Management
- Malware Defense
- Ransomware Defense
- Security Software
- Firewalls
- Data Storage
- Device Management
- Website Security
- Private Virtual Network (VPN)
Benefits
Your cybersecurity provider helps you:
- Avoid damaging your business’s reputation. You work diligently to create your brand and develop a customer-focused company; the last thing you need is for a security breach to harm your image.
- Avoid eroding client confidence. A data breach and the loss of information can hurt a company’s relationship with current and potential customers.
- Avoid legal ramifications. Data breaches must be reported, and consumers must be told about the details of the security breach (including whether or not their information was exposed).
Businesses can avoid the nightmares and embarrassment of a data breach by working with the right MSSP, cybersecurity IT consulting or risk management organization.
Considerations
Experience
The best cybersecurity and risk management businesses provide evidence of their work in the IT industry. In addition to years of expertise, they should have a portfolio of services which meet their clientele’s demands. They will be able to give case studies as proof of customer success, and define precisely how they assist customers with quantifiable outcomes supported by case studies. Request appropriate instances of experience or “war tales” and implementation details about their services. The more information they provide, the better. By asking the right questions, you will be able to choose the appropriate provider with a successful history.
- Skill Set
Professionals in the security industry may have vendor-specific certificates in addition to qualifications and training from a recognized university. Exemplary security experts will proudly showcase their honours, distinctions and credentials. If these aren’t available on their website, request to view them. Inquire about the specific credentials and training of personnel.
- Customized Solutions
While cybersecurity agencies and MSSPs want to give pre-packaged services which can be easily adopted and maintained, superior organizations deliver custom solutions that are suited to specific requirements. Look for someone who knows that security is risk-based, meaning that there is no “one-size-fits-all” solution. Get a plan and strategy outlining how they intend to secure your business. Your organization’s needs should determine the right mix of technologies to offer both a proactive and a reactive security strategy so as to prevent incidents, find weaknesses and limit the damage.
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