A traditional network security approach, which involved securing the perimeter, is no longer relevant in an era where the perimeter has all but disappeared. Instead, companies are turning to virtualized network security through software-defined networking solutions (SDN). These solutions offer better visibility and control, which translates to improved overall security. As companies scale and take on ever-more-complicated cloud environments, network security can scale with them if their … [Read more...]
Steps to Take for Zero Trust Security
Zero trust security had made a name for itself prior to the pandemic, but when remote work became a necessity instead of a preference, the need for zero trust security became truly known. It’s gone from a buzzword to an integral part of the security strategy. Most organizations have a hybrid model where a percentage of employees are in-office while the others are working remotely. And whether you’re fully remote or fully in-office, taking a look at endpoint security is probably going to be … [Read more...]
IT Security Best Practices for 2022
The job description of an IT security professional 10 years ago probably wouldn’t look too familiar to today’s description for the same job. The cyber security landscape has changed that much. And while the threats that were battled a decade ago are still around, cyber attacks have become more complex and definitely more prevalent. Take the internet of things (IoT) as an example. IoT had scarcely hit the market 10 years ago, but today, these devices are everywhere. In fact, the number of … [Read more...]
The Hybrid Workplace Requires a New Approach
There’s no denying that the hybrid workplace has become the norm. Part necessity and part employee-driven, remote work is beneficial on many fronts, but it also has its share of complexities as IT leaders juggle the needs of in-office and remote staff while simultaneously keeping up on the latest technology that manages workflow while adding cloud security protections. Hybrid Security Management Going with the status quo is rarely a good idea, but it’s particularly risky when you take … [Read more...]
Implement SASE for a Secure Cloud Environment
When the pandemic forced companies to shift entire teams to remote work, it set off a series of events that left network teams scrambling to secure work-from-home environments. Now, IT security teams are asking if it’s possible to catch up. The answer may lie in secure access service edge (SASE). Unmanaged endpoint security is causing new challenges, particularly when companies continue pursuing cyber security strategies that are designed for traditional network infrastructures. The perimeter … [Read more...]
Why IT Security May Be Well-Prepared for the Future
The pandemic forced IT security teams to scramble to accommodate remote teams that were abruptly shifted out of the office and thus the relative security of the traditional network perimeter. The same situation that wreaked havoc on IT from a cyber security standpoint may be equally effective at helping them prepare for the future. A new set of findings from Sophos are the result of a survey including 5,400 IT managers from 30 countries. The experiences of those professionals are varied in … [Read more...]
How SASE Secures the Post-Pandemic Network
The exodus from the office during the pandemic has driven permanent changes in the shape of the corporate network. Growth in the area of internet of things (IoT) and mobile devices as well as cloud computing have altered how the network is managed and protected. Network IT teams are increasingly applying the principles of the secure access service edge (SASE) to bolster cyber security efforts. The changing nature of network access has only served to further complicate an already-blurred … [Read more...]
The Perks of Managed IT Services
Digitization has taken the world by storm. Cloud-based technologies are widely used, providing a host of efficiencies, and managed IT services are also part of the race to adopt cloud-based solutions. If you haven’t thought about adopting this approach, we’ll outline some reasons why you should consider it. Managed IT can support and augment your existing IT staff, streamline bottlenecks, and help you maximize your technology investments. Additionally, your managed IT provider is available to … [Read more...]
How to Assess and Address the Risk of Shadow IT
Since the dawn of the cloud era, shadow IT has been an issue. Even if you don’t recognize the term, you are familiar with shadow IT, as it refers to any devices, software, or other technology accessed by members of your organization without going through the normal procurement steps. The catch-22 of cloud solutions is that they are so simple to download and use that employees often forget that what they are doing is accessing technology without the approval of IT. They may find a project … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Managed Security May Be Right for Your Company’s Security Strategy
The abrupt shift to work-from-home environments in 2020 brought cyber security to the forefront of companies’ priorities. It has caused security to go from being an afterthought to a central part of business strategies across every industry. While some larger corporations may have an in-house security team ready to handle the varied and frequent threats attacking dispersed branch locations and home offices, many businesses have turned to managed security. The Argument for an In-House Team: … [Read more...]