Here are five ways that a Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) can optimize network security for your small business.
#1 Mobile Device Management
Mobile device management is essential in today’s work environment, as employees are increasingly using tablets, laptops, and smartphones for work-related purposes. Mobile device management from an IT security service provider like Cybriant offers a variety of features, such as application whitelisting and blacklisting, data encryption, and remote wiping services. Mobile device management also allows an IT provider to monitor employee activity while giving your network an added layer of security.
Through our Managed Detection and Remediation service, your endpoints are protected with 24/7 monitoring and incident remediation. We are able to detect, block, and contain malware before it can execute and cause damage.
#2 Around the Clock Monitoring
Around the clock network monitoring from an MSSP plays a crucial role in proactively identifying cyber threats. These network monitoring services maximize uptime for your company to ensure that your employees always remain productive. An IT service provider can also quickly identify suspicious activity on the network to limit the damage of a cyber attack.
Cybriant has take around the clock monitoring another step and created PREtect. With this tiered service offering, we are able to monitor your siem, networks, update patches and vulnerabilities, as well as detect and remediate any issues with your endpoints. It’s an all-in-one service that will help reduce your organization’s threat landscape.
#3 Automatic Security Updates, Vulnerability Scans, and Patch Management
An IT service provider can optimize network security by automatically downloading and installing the most recent software and security updates. These updates play a crucial role in improving software functions while also repairing any potential security vulnerabilities. Downloading these security updates as soon as possible is always a top priority to keep your business well-protected from the ever-evolving number of cyber threats.
While vulnerability scans and patch management seem like a simple task that you team should take care of, it is an often overlooked, menial task that has caused some of the biggest hacks in cybersecurity history.
#4 IT Security Awareness Training
Educating employees on the latest cybersecurity topics is critical in keeping your network safe and secure. A managed service provider can offer these employee education seminars on a routine basis to limit the number of mistakes in the workplace. These classes are a great way for employees to learn simple yet highly effective tips to increase network security and avoid becoming the victim of cybercriminals.
Companies like KnowBe4 offer security awareness training combined with simulated phishing attacks so you know your most phish-prone employees and can offer those employees more training.
#5 Creation of Data Backups
A network crash can cause you to lose a significant amount of data and devastate the reputation of your company. However, you can stay prepared for this worst-case scenario by using an MSSP that offers data backup and recovery services. An IT service provider will automatically upload all of your critical information on to the cloud for added protection. A managed service provider will also create an incident response plan to handle a variety of situations to ensure that your company is always well-prepared.
Optimizing network security is always a high priority with a managed service provider. Mobile device management, around the clock monitoring, automatic updates, employee education, and data backup services are only a few ways an IT service provider can maximize uptime for your network. Cyber threats will never stop evolving, but your MSSP plays a vital role in keeping your network secure at all times.
Conclusion
No matter the size of your organization, you need a formal security strategy starting with a framework. But, most organizations aren’t able to afford the type of security tools and services necessary to protect their data and networks. By outsourcing to an MSSP like Cybriant, you are able to get enterprise-level security at a fraction of the cost.