The Innovator Podcast

Cybersecurity Q&A Event Recording | What You Don't Know Will Hurt You

Episode Summary

This episode is a recording of a cybersecurity event we hosted in March 2022 on cybersecurity best practices and real-life scenarios businesses should be prepared to defend against.

Episode Notes

On March 3, Pearson-Kelly Technology and Springfield Tech Council hosted a Cybersecurity Q&A for Small Business leaders with speakers Jay Ryerse of ConnectWise and Tyler Stilley of Pearson-Kelly Technology. The event brought in 75 individuals from businesses across Springfield and the surrounding cities to discuss the business ramifications of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and walk through four scenarios small businesses are likely to experience.

TOP TAKEAWAYS
There are 10 actions IT leaders can take this week to drastically improve their cybersecurity practices and defenses against cyber threats:

1. Verify software patches and updates are installed on all devices
2. Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (2FA)
3. Change passwords for network devices and require 2FA
4. Remove internet facing management consoles
5. Upgrade end-of-service software and hardware
6. Document and train on the processes for reporting suspicious activity
7. Implement SIEM
8. Test backups and take at least one version offline every month
9. Review policies and procedures, especially incident response plans
10. Perform a cybersecurity assessment

CONTENT GIVEAWAYS
Check out the free templates Jay referenced during the podcast, as well as the presentation slides and video recording.

10 Actions to Improve Cybersecurity Practices [CHECKLIST]
Presentation Slide Deck
Video Recording
How to Achieve Successful Technology Outcomes [INFOGRAPHIC]