The first step businesses should take to improve cybersecurity involves understanding their unique risks and documenting their current systems and processes. All companies use third-party solutions of some kind, exposing their organization to their contractors’ and vendors’ vulnerabilities as well.
Key Takeaways
- Business’s first priority should be learning and understanding what their unique cyber risks are.
- Document “the knowns,” including all hardware, software, and systems used, to discover “the unknowns” which may uncover troubling issues or vulnerabilities.
- Once vulnerabilities are identified, prioritizing them is essential for effective risk management and driving business decisions.
- Businesses can no longer afford to exclude cybersecurity risks from budget needs and business planning.
Meet Our Speaker
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Joe Bielawski, President
Joe Bielawski is the President of Knowledge Services, founding member of StateRAMP, and the visionary Founder of RAMPxchange.
With a wealth of experience in government programs and IT thought leadership, Joe is driven by a commitment to serving others. His passion for empowering organizations to navigate the intricate cybersecurity landscape led him to establish RAMPxchange, a dynamic marketplace connecting businesses with top-tier cybersecurity solutions.
His commitment to excellence and dedication to advancing cybersecurity practices have positioned him as a prominent figure in the industry. Through his leadership, Joe continues to drive positive change and shape the future of cybersecurity.