2020 wasn’t only the year of the COVID-19 pandemic, it was also the year of the “Cyber Pandemic.” Hackers around the world took advantage of the fears and disruption associated with the crisis to launch multiple new attacks.
During the spring of last year, the FBI already reported a 400% increase in cyberattacks.
Online criminals went after newly remote workers with less secure networks, unleashed a multitude of coronavirus-themed phishing attacks, and took advantage of the fact that more people were online.
Cybersecurity is vital anytime, but especially so in an increased threat environment like we have today. But unfortunately, many small businesses in DFW and throughout the country aren’t properly prepared.
43% of SMBs have no cybersecurity defense plan and 23% of small businesses don’t use any endpoint security.
There are a few reasons for this:
- They don’t think they’re big enough to be a target (statistics show otherwise!)
- They don’t know what protections they might need
- They just don’t have time to put the proper effort into IT security
An important way for companies to stay secure and prevent costly breaches and malware infections is to use Cybersecurity as a Service.
What is Cybersecurity as a Service?
Cybersecurity as a service basically packages up all the IT security protections and ongoing monitoring a business would need into one affordable package. Your entire cybersecurity strategy is implemented and handled by an IT provider.
This frees up businesses from having to deal with security incidents (like phishing emails or viruses) and gives business owners peace of mind that a pro is keeping their network and data secure at all times.
Using cybersecurity as a service also helps companies with data privacy compliance, which reduces the risk of suffering costly penalties due to a breach.
The average cost of a data breach for a small or medium-sized business is $149,000.
Leverage IT Group’s cybersecurity as a service offers 360-degree threat protection, providing insurance against a costly breach and multiple safeguards that are all provided for you.
Here are some of the important services you receive:
24/7 Threat Detection & Monitoring
You don’t have to stress over walking in one morning to find a ransomware note on one of your computers and all your data unusable. We keep a watchful eye on your network and systems for any potential threat so it can be dealt with immediately.
Threat Response & Removal
Threats are handled with fast response and removal, so, even if your systems get attacked on a Saturday night, your network protections are going to working overtime to keep your data secure.
Access Control Configuration
77% of cloud data breaches are caused by compromised login credentials. Part of our security service includes configuring strong access controls to keep unauthorized parties out of your accounts.
Endpoint Security Forensic Software
Endpoint security is more important today than it ever has been. Mobile devices make up about 60% ofbusiness network endpoints, yet many companies have no way to monitor their access to company data.
We ensure you have the necessary security and monitoring in place for all your network devices.
Deep Threat Vulnerability Scanning & User Anomaly Detection
We offer proactive security that doesn’t just sit around waiting for a malicious file to make itself known. Our systems hunt for potential threats so they can be detected and neutralized as fast as possible.
This includes scanning for any vulnerabilities and detection of anomalies with user behavior that could indicate a compromised account.
Advanced Breach Protection & Virus/Ransomware Protection
Today’s sophisticated attacks take sophisticated breach protection. With our cybersecurity as a service package, you get advanced breach protection designed to catch the newest and most dangerous attacks.
Our service also includes advanced software that protects your network from viruses and ransomware.
Executive Cybersecurity Reports
Our comprehensive reporting keeps you informed about your network security and any potential threats on the horizon that need to be addressed.
Inbound & Outbound DNS Filtering
Most phishing emails today use links to malicious websites rather than file attachments to get by standard malware detection tools. This makes it vital to have DNS filtering that can detect and block dangerous sites, even after the link has been clicked by a user.
Our filtering goes a step farther than most, monitoring both inbound and outbound URLs.
Two-Factor Authentication Software
Two-factor authentication (2FA) is 99.9% effective at stopping fraudulent sign-in attempts, but many companies find it difficult to implement across all accounts.
Our 2FA software makes implementing this vital security safeguard easy and fluid for your users.
Automated Security Awareness Training
Effective security awareness training needs to be continuous and done in a way that is easy for users to access. Our training platform is automated, includes regular helpful refreshers, and is designed to arm your team with the knowledge they need to practice good cybersecurity hygiene.
Get Peace of Mind with Cybersecurity as a Service
Leverage IT Group can help your DFW business with vital IT security safeguards that are affordable and free your team up to focus on your business.
Contact us today to schedule a free consultation. Call (469) 458-0559 or reach us online.