Welcome to core security! In the All Green series, I am reviewing each category Limetree Labs looks at for our customer’s IT health. If you missed the other posts, check them out here:
Category 6 – Core Security
Computer security, cybersecurity or information technology security (IT security) is the protection of computer systems from the theft of or damage to your hardware, software, or electronic data, as well as from the disruption or misdirection of the services you provide.
Security is becoming more important due to increased reliance on computer systems, the Internet and wireless network standards such as Bluetooth and Wi-Fi. The growth of “smart” devices, including smartphones, televisions, and the various devices that constitute the “Internet of things” lead to security threats. Due to its complexity, both in terms of politics and technology, cyber security is also one of the major challenges in today’s world.
Anti-Virus
Anti-virus software is a type of utility used for scanning and removing viruses from your computer. The primary purpose is to protect computers from viruses and remove any viruses that are found. Since new viruses are constantly being created by computer hackers, antivirus programs must keep an updated database of virus types. This database includes a list of “virus definitions” that the antivirus software references when scanning files. Since new viruses are frequently distributed, it is important to keep your software’s virus database up-to-date.
We ensure that the Anti-Virus profile is properly applied to all endpoints in your environment which includes desktop computers and servers.
Anti-Spam
Anti-spam refers to services and solutions that focus on blocking and mitigating the effects of illegal emails – or spam – on email users. Modern anti-spam technology covers a broad spectrum of filters, scanners and other types of applications. Some anti-spam services work from a statistical method, while others use heuristics or predictive algorithms.
Anti-spam is included in the core security portion of our monthly IT Service for all clients.
Basic Security Audit
We perform a basic security audit as part of our on-boarding process for all incoming clients. Frankly, we have been shocked to see how many basic security measures have been overlooked or simply ignored by our clients’ former IT service providers. Part of this service includes creating a network security audit map which identifies the effectiveness of the network perimeter security and its alignment with your IT security architecture and policy.
After completing the security audit, we will put together a remediation plan for all security issues that we identify in that process.
Security User Training
A large part of your IT security is user training. Every year we provide a security training meeting for you and all of your staff. We will identify areas within your organization that may require more training and customize the meeting for you. Knowledge truly is power and we want to enable you and your staff to make smart decisions regarding your IT security to prevent security breaches.
Don’t dismiss the importance of IT security in your organization and business model. With increases in technology and multiple systems constantly “talking” to each other, vulnerabilities have increased. Not to worry though, with the right measures in place, you can avoid falling prey to hacks and ransomware.
Thank you for all of those following along. Feel free to reach out with any questions you may have. And in the meantime, Keep IT Fresh! Contact us today: limetreelabs.com.
UPDATE: The next post in the series is up!
