(GRC) platforms in combination with Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM). CSPM tools help businesses with a wider digital footprint across scaling infrastructures successfully monitor and track their compliance measures. Another benefit to these types of platforms is that they can more
effectively gather key data points spread across sprawling cloud- based environments. This level of automation makes it more efficient when mapping existing controls directly to frameworks like NIST, ISO 20771, or SOC 2. The introduction of machine learning-powered tools and services
has also added a new level of efficiency for security operations. These platforms can access significant amounts of data in real-time while analyzing network activity to search for potential anomalies that could indicate a data breach. Although there are specific compliance requirements that all businesses should be aware of when leveraging these solutions, they can be an excellent investment in helping the organization create a more proactive and robust security posture.
FOCUS ON DATA PRIVACY AND PROTECTION The data your organization collects isn’t only valuable to your business, but also to cybercriminals. Because of this fact, most compliance frameworks have strict rules about data protection, and organizations need to take seriously their role in keeping both customer and employee data private and secure. Measurements like end-to-end data encryption and strict access
controls are often mandated by regulatory bodies. This means businesses should build their infrastructure on the principle of “least privilege.” Taking this step ensures that all employees, regardless of their role in the organization, only ever have the minimum access necessary to perform their duties. In addition to establishing the right data protection protocols,
compliance management also involves applying a security-first mindset across all operational components. To achieve this, data privacy policies should be regularly reviewed and updated based on new compliance mandates.
ESTABLISH AN INCIDENT COMMUNICATION STRATEGY When following a compliance framework in your business, establishing clear communication strategies in the event of a data breach is a critical need. While requirements will vary between one regulatory body and the next, many stipulate strict notification guidelines made to impacted parties after a breach is identified. To ensure these deadlines are met, defining an effective communication strategy ahead of time is essential. The goal of an incident communication strategy is to help
manage and resolve cybersecurity issues with as much transparency as possible. This process all starts with defining the roles of your response team. This team should be made up of executive leadership bodies, legal teams, customer support, and public relations. Each of these individuals should clearly understand their role during an incident and the necessary communication flows. When communicating with any parties whose data may have been compromised during a cybersecurity incident, being direct,
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empathetic, and clear in communications is critical. Company announcements should explain what happened, what type of information was affected, and the steps the business is taking to secure the environment. This type of approach is the difference between simply being
compliant and being ethically responsible. Compliance dictates the deadlines and other requirements a business needs to meet, but a thoughtful and transparent communication strategy determines whether you can retain customer loyalty and protect your brand’s reputation in the long run.
MAKE USE OF PENETRATION TESTING SERVICES To meet the regulatory requirements of your business, it’s essential to adopt a more proactive approach to cybersecurity. However, even when investing in new security tools and best practices, it can be difficult to know how and when each of these elements has been implemented across your business and their overall effectiveness. This is where penetration testing services can help. Penetration testers are ethical hacking groups contracted to run
simulated attack scenarios against your systems in the same way that cybercriminals would. These tests are a perfect way to gain a broader perspective of how well your security protocols are working and whether or not there are hidden gaps that need to be addressed. After these simulated attacks are conducted, you’ll receive
a detailed log of all the events that took place and whether or not they were successful. This helps you prioritize your risk mitigation initiatives and address key problems before you become compromised in a real-life cyberattack.
KEEP YOUR BUSINESS SECURE AND COMPLIANT Creating a secure business while ensuring it remains compliant with regulatory requirements is an important aspect for long-term sustainable growth. By following the strategies outlined, you’ll ensure your teams and your business as a whole stay protected while creating a stronger and more resilient security posture.
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