Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM). This is a collaborative effort between the government and industry to raise awareness about how critical cybersecurity is and to provide Americans with the resources they need so they can be safer and more secure when online.

Personal Accountability and Proactivity for Cybersecurity

This year the focus of NCSAM is personal accountability and taking proactive measures to enhance your cybersecurity both at home and in the workplace. The message for this year is to “Own It. Secure IT. Protect IT.” This month is focused on consumer devices, citizen privacy, and e-commerce security. From traveling security tips to safe online shopping practices, cybersecurity month is focused on helping you increase your cybersecurity to keep your personal and professional data safe.

At CMIT Solutions, we provide a wide range of IT solutions to Pittsburgh businesses to help them in getting their security in gear during Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

Tips for Improving Your Company’s Cybersecurity

A cyber attack can result in a significant financial loss for your business, so business owners and employees must understand the importance of cybersecurity. This month is an excellent opportunity to update your company’s cybersecurity policies or to put training and cybersecurity best practices in place for your employees. Measures you can take to help protect your company’s information include:

Keep your software updated.

Be sure to keep all software updated to the latest version. It is also essential to turn on automatic updates to ensure you don’t miss an update. It is also recommended to set your security software to run regular scans.

Treat business information the same as your personal information.

When you think of your company’s data, you may think of company credit card accounts and trade secrets, but it is essential to remember that your business data also includes employee personally identifiable information on tax forms and payroll accounts. It is vital that you avoid sharing this information on unsecured devices or with unknown parties to protect this information from falling into the wrong hands.

Avoid suspicious links and emails. 

In many cases, data breaches are not the result of a hack, but instead are the result of a single security vulnerability, accidental exposure, or a phishing attempt. To protect your company’s data from these types of threats, be sure that you and your employees avoid unknown sources, suspicious emails, and unknown links.

Professional Cybersecurity Support Services

At CMIT Solutions, our team of IT professionals is highly trained and equipped to help assess, remediate, and manage your cybersecurity to protect your business from threats and to fix any security issues that may arise. Contact CMIT Solutions today to learn more about our cybersecurity services!