Identity lifecycle management (ILM) is one of the cornerstones of identity and access management (IAM). Keeping your organization’s data secure against all threats requires diligent, ongoing user account management and…

Network penetration testing, or pen-testing, is essential for any organization that’s serious about IT security. With so many potential threats lurking just outside of your network, it’s not enough to…

The severity and sophistication of modern cyberattacks requires a calculated and methodical approach. Given our reliance on IT systems, it’s critical that your team knows precisely how to respond to…

If your organization is in the process of developing or expanding its cybersecurity program, you should consider generating a risk rating report. These reports vary widely in nature, depending on…

If your organization collects, processes, stores, or transmits data that belongs to or concerns residents of European Union (EU) Member States, you are likely subject to the General Data Protection…

Malware attacks are increasingly common cybersecurity concerns, as threat actors devise new, sophisticated approaches to infiltrate IT systems.  As a result, every organization needs an effective malware remediation process to…

The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) oversees several audit protocols to ensure trust in organizations. Many of these concern financial operations exclusively; others touch on information technology and…

The Payment Card Industry’s (PCI) Data Security Standards (DSS) regulate the protection of cardholder data. All organizations that collect, store, transmit, or process data—termed “merchants”—must comply with DSS Requirements. And…

The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) requires all organizations that process card payments to secure sensitive payment account data. These organizations can minimize breach risks to cardholder…

Service organizations that outsource certain services must protect stakeholder information from cybersecurity risks. One of the best methods to demonstrate your ability to do so is adhering to AICPA standards…