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Bad habits can have detrimental effects on your overall life. For example, if every night at four in the morning, you snuck into the kitchen to eat a few spoonfuls of uncooked Pillsbury Cookie Dough right out of the tube from the back of the refrigerator, you’d probably be doing more harm than good to your health without really getting that much enjoyment out of the act. Cybersecurity bad habits might save you a few seconds of time each day, but they can come back to bite you.

Ignoring cybersecurity best practices is about as useful as getting good at hiding that Pillsbury Cookie Dough wrapper in the bottom of the trash so nobody realizes it’s gone.

All joking aside, you are personally responsible for your own cybersecurity, and keeping yourself safe online, whether that be at home with your personal accounts, or at work, is extremely important. It doesn’t take a lot of effort either, it just takes good habits.

Let’s go over a few things you can do to save yourself from a lot of headaches down the road.

The top concern for CEOs today isn’t competitors or a recession — it’s cybersecurity. See why this is becoming the biggest challenge for an organization’s top executive.

Security information and event management (SIEM) is a field of computer security focused on real-time analysis and swift resolution. SIEM products are used to log security data, generate reports for compliance purposes, and provide real-time analysis of security alerts generated by applications and network hardware.

Driven by the shift to distributed and home-based workforces, security and compliance concerns have become top concerns for life science leaders and stakeholders. To address these new risks, life science IT managers are shifting to centrally-managed tools and skills, but finding the right-sized solution in the endless sea of options can be difficult. 

Venture-funded life sciences and technology firms frequently discover themselves on a steep path of expansion. As your company expands, the need for specialized IT, security, and compliance functions becomes increasingly critical. However, building and maintaining these functions in-house can be expensive and challenging. This is where outsourcing partners come into play. With this in mind, what criteria should you consider while searching for an outsourcing collaborator for critical IT, security, and compliance roles to ensure your company’s continued success?

In the digital age of today cybersecurity is a paramount concern for businesses, especially those looking to go public. The recent case of SolarWinds, a software company charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) with fraud related to a cyberattack, serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of securing your company’s assets and information before embarking on the journey of going public. This article will explore the significance of robust security measures and the potential severe consequences of neglecting them, including legal implications.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has made a resounding declaration of its intent to enforce stringent cybersecurity standards. As of December 18, 2023, it’s important for both public companies and private companies with the goal of being public to gear up for these new regulations.

In the competitive landscape of emerging technology and life science sectors, ensuring compliance with security standards is no longer optional—it’s essential. Establishing trust with customers means demonstrating a commitment to robust cybersecurity practices. However, for young companies with limited resources navigating the complex world of security standards can be daunting. That’s where the Center for Internet Security (CIS) comes in, offering a roadmap to compliance through its Top 18 Controls.

Recently, many companies experienced a significant IT disruption caused by a CrowdStrike update. At KalioTek, we’ve been on the front lines, helping our clients rapidly recover and restore normal operations. This event served as a stark reminder of the importance of having a robust IT infrastructure and recovery plan in place. Here are some key takeaways and best practices we’ve gathered from this experience.

You’ve got the basics in place for a secure IT environment (modern firewall, encrypted data, endpoint security, single sign-on, endpoint management, solid backups, employee education…) Now what? Are you done?