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Preparing Your Company for a Penetration Test
Part 2: The Most Asked Questions About Penetration Test Preparation How can I prepare my company for a penetration test? Properly preparing for a penetration test ensures that your business is ready for a thorough security assessment. Begin by defining what you are trying to achieve, such as identifying system vulnerabilities, assessing your security, or…
Read MoreWhy Your Business Needs Penetration Testing
Part 1: What is Penetration Testing, and Why Does My Business Need It? Penetration testing, or pen testing, is a simulated cyberattack designed to identify security weaknesses in an organization’s systems, applications, and networks. It’s a proactive way to for your business to uncover and fix vulnerabilities before cybercriminals can take advantage, reducing the chances of…
Read MoreHow Your Business Can Identify and Avoid Phishing Attempts
AI has propelled the digital world forward by optimizing workflows and increasing productivity, but access to new technologies has also improved the work of cybercriminals. In a recent ICS2 webinar, they found that AI was being utilized to make more convincing phishing scams by addressing common issues like grammar and spelling mistakes. Even though the…
Read MoreEmbracing Cyber Service: A New Call to Action for Americans
The Service for America Initiative Strengthening America’s Cybersecurity Workforce: The “Service for America” Initiative is the newest way to begin your cyber service. In an age of ever-present digital threats, the Administration has unveiled a transformative initiative to fortify America’s cybersecurity workforce. On September 4, 2024, the White House Office of the National Cyber Director…
Read MoreCloud Security Alliance adds Tiro Security as a (TCC) Trusted Cloud Consultant
Tiro Security and the Cloud Security Alliance We’re excited to share that Tiro Security has been recognized as a Trusted Cloud Consultant (TCC) by the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA), a global authority on cloud security best practices. This achievement reinforces our commitment to providing top-tier remote security solutions, from staffing and assessments to penetration testing,…
Read MoreWhy should a State Invest in People Living in Underserved Communities?
Investing in people living in underserved communities can bring a variety of benefits to both the individuals and the state as a whole. Some potential benefits of investing in underserved communities include: Improved quality of life: Providing access to education, healthcare, and other resources can improve people’s overall quality of life in underserved communities. Economic…
Read MoreNationwide Cybersecurity Review (NCSR)
What is the Center for Internet Security (CIS)? The Center for Internet Security (CIS) is a non-profit organization focused on improving the security of organizations and individuals in the digital world. CIS is funded through various sources, including government grants, corporate sponsorships, and individual donations. CIS was founded in 2000 and works with a range…
Read MoreReasons to Develop a Retained Search Partnership
Can You Afford Not to Invest in Retained Search for Senior and Complex Hires? Are you struggling to make those crucial hires? Is the talent shortage cutting short your company’s ability to progress toward its strategic business goals? Your HR department is swamped. Your security team is, too. It needs improving with specific and complex…
Read MoreWhat is the CyEqI Program – and Why is it Crucial in Your Business?
Meet the Challenges of EqI and Build for the Future There’s a significant and growing shortfall in the global cybersecurity workforce. Currently estimated at around 3.4 million by the (ISC)2 Cybersecurity Workforce Study, it is likely to worsen before it gets better. The shortfall increased by 25% between 2021 and 2022 alone. Now, there are many reasons…
Read MoreDon’t Let Your Cybersecurity Workforce Shortfall Snowball
Understanding the Link Between HR and Cybersecurity Staffing in Organizations The global cybersecurity workforce is bucking all economic trends. In a turbulent world where the threat of a deep and damaging recession is casting a dark shadow on all governments and businesses, employee numbers in cybersecurity are exploding. So, too, is the demand for professionals…
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