How to Operationalize Your Data Protection Program 

by Tori Thurmond / June 15, 2023

Data is the most valuable aspect of your organization, and if you want your organization to succeed, you have to protect it. However, building a data protection program can be an intimidating process, especially if you’re starting from the beginning.   The cost and damages of data breaches are multiplying daily as well as the amount of data your organization possesses. Old data may not seem relevant, but when a hacker…

Nobody Wants the Same Valentine’s Card

by Joseph Kirkpatrick / June 14, 2023

In the words of Jim Gaffigan, "I hope you like what some other guy wrote." When you receive a Valentine's Day card, have you ever thought about how many people got that same card? It's meaningless when the canned text applies to you and everyone else in the world. Instead, it's nice to get a heartfelt message that is uniquely written for you. An audit report is a love letter…

6 Terms You Need to Know To Improve  Your Threat Management 

by Tori Thurmond / June 14, 2023

We’ve all seen the jumble of letters that make up the world of cybersecurity. But do you know what they all mean? These technical terms can be overwhelming, so we want to make sure you understand what you need to know about threat management, or how your organization manages and mitigates threats that may negatively affect your security posture.    At the 2022 Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) conference in…

How AI Security Could Benefit You 

by Tori Thurmond / June 14, 2023

In October, I had the opportunity to attend the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) conference in Chicago. My team and I were surrounded by security professionals from other organizations to learn about the latest research and developments when it comes to keeping our clients secure and prepared to face today’s greatest threats.   One of the topics of the conference was Artificial Intelligence (AI) Security. Incorporating AI technology into…

Is a “Clean” Audit Report Worth It?

by Joseph Kirkpatrick / June 14, 2023

It's become more commonplace to see companies touting their "clean" audit report. It might be a company that has finished their first audit and they're celebrating their success. Whether it's a SOC 1 audit report that focuses on Internal Control over Financial Reporting, or a SOC 2 audit report that focuses on the Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality and Privacy Trust Services Criteria, it feels good to get that report…