What is Managed Cybersecurity?
Managed cybersecurity is where cybersecurity intersects with managed IT services. Cybersecurity focuses on protecting data within computer systems or networks from unauthorized access. Managed IT services connect businesses with third-party technology and support. When combined, managed cybersecurity services entrust your organization’s most sensitive data to a reliable managed service provider equipped to enhance your digital defenses.
Our managed IT services include a comprehensive managed cybersecurity plan. Our IT and cybersecurity teams collaborate to strengthen and secure critical functions like cloud computing, mobile device usage, and social media, which are common points of vulnerability. By taking a proactive approach to data defense, managed cybersecurity establishes a secure IT infrastructure and creates a response plan to mitigate potential damage.
Cybersecurity best practices are essential for protecting sensitive data and preventing unauthorized access to computer systems. Here are some key cybersecurity best practices:
- Use strong passwords: Use strong and unique passwords for all accounts and change them regularly. Consider using a password manager to generate and store complex passwords.
- Keep software up to date: Install security patches and updates for operating systems, applications, and firmware to ensure that systems are protected from known vulnerabilities.
- Use antivirus software: Install and regularly update antivirus software to protect against malware and other types of cyber threats.
- Enable two-factor authentication: Enable two-factor authentication for all accounts where possible, which adds an extra layer of security by requiring a second factor such as a code sent to a mobile device or a fingerprint.
- Use a virtual private network (VPN): Use a VPN to encrypt all internet traffic and protect against eavesdropping, especially when using public Wi-Fi networks.
- Be cautious with email: Be cautious when opening email attachments or clicking on links in emails from unknown senders, as these could be phishing emails or contain malware.
- Regularly backup data: Regularly backup critical data to protect against data loss from cyber attacks or hardware failure.
- Limit access to sensitive data: Limit access to sensitive data to only those who need it and ensure that access controls are in place.
- Train employees: Educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and conduct regular training to keep them informed of the latest threats and how to recognize and respond to them.
- Monitor systems: Monitor systems for suspicious activity and implement intrusion detection and prevention systems to detect and block cyber attacks.