Posts Tagged ‘msp’
20 Key Takeaways from the CMMC Final Rule for SMBs
The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) has recently finalized the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) rule on October 15, 2024, and it’s crucial for small and medium businesses (SMBs) in the defense industrial base to understand how these changes affect them. Cybersecurity is no longer optional if you’re working with the DoD, and the CMMC…
Read MoreWhat Are the REAL Benefits of Compliance Automation?
Video Transcript Below is a transcript of the video conversation between Antoine Jebara, Co-Founder and VP of MSP Business at Jumpcloud, and John Minnix and Tim Mekatrakarn, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “What are the benefits of compliance automation?” Antoine: “With compliane automation, admins don’t need to spend time doing manual tasks to ensure devices are…
Read MoreWhat Device Security Requirements Are Common Across Compliance Frameworks?
Video Transcript Below is a transcript of the video conversation between Antoine Jebara, Co-Founder and VP of MSP Business at Jumpcloud, and John Minnix and Tim Mekatrakarn, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “What device security requirements are common across compliance frameworks? Antoine: “Multifactor authentication for device login, disk encryption, screen timeouts, USB policies. These are some…
Read MoreWhy You Should Consider a JumpCloud MSP
Video Transcript Below is a transcript of the video conversation between Antoine Jebara, Co-Founder and VP of MSP Business at Jumpcloud, and John Minnix and Tim Mekatrakarn, Founders of Bright Defense. John: “Why should customers consider a JumpCloud MSP? Antoine: “Every quarter we run an IT trends report where we survey hundreds of SMEs (Small…
Read MoreHow to Become SOC 2 Compliant
Introduction With data being a company’s most important and valuable resource, security and privacy of customer data have become paramount. This is where SOC 2 certification steps in, playing a crucial role in ensuring that organizations manage customer data with the highest standards of security and privacy. Aimed primarily at service organizations storing customer data…
Read MoreBright Defense – Your Drata Partner
Introduction At Bright Defense, our mission is to defend the world from cybersecurity threats through continuous compliance. Our monthly engagement model delivers a cybersecurity program that meets compliance frameworks, including SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and CMMC. Drata’s compliance automation platform is at the heart of our continuous compliance service model. As a Drata partner…
Read MoreWhat is a SOC Report and Why is it Important?
Introduction In today’s data-driven business landscape, understanding SOC (Service Organization Control) reports is not just important; it’s essential. As we navigate through a sea of data and information, these reports stand as crucial tools in assessing and assuring the integrity and security of the services that businesses heavily rely on. As we delve into the…
Read MoreKey Factors SMB Owners Consider When Selecting an MSP and MSSP
Introduction to MSP and MSSPs Small and Medium Businesses (SMBs) often navigate complex IT challenges. This is where Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) come into play. Selecting an MSP or MSSP has even more crucial ramifications now than ever. MSPs provide various services, from remote network, application, and system management…
Read MoreThe Benefits of SOC 2 Compliance Automation for Data Center and Hosting Providers
Securing clients’ data is a top priority for data centers and web hosting providers. A data breach can ruin the reputation of a provider. A robust cybersecurity compliance program that aligns with frameworks like SOC 2 can help prevent data breaches and demonstrate to clients that you are committed to security. SOC 2 compliance automation…
Read MoreCybersecurity for MSPs: Essential Best Practices Guide
Many businesses entrust their IT services to Managed Service Providers (MSPs). According to a 2023-2030 study by LinkedIn, the global MSP market is expected to reach over $300 billion in 2023, up from $242 billion in 2022, a growth rate of over 27%. With a growing reliance on their services, cybersecurity for MSPs is paramount. Bright…
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