Best practices for cybersecurity management

News, features and tips on best practices for cybersecurity management from the MSPs' perspective. Get information on what skills and technologies you will need to build an IT services practice.

October 21, 2020 21 Oct'20
MSPs grapple with managed cybersecurity services challenges

At ConnectWise's IT Nation Secure event, speakers addressed the real-world cybersecurity issues facing managed service providers and small business customers.
October 08, 2020 08 Oct'20
SolarWinds MSP provides return-to-office best practices

Executives from IT management software firm SolarWinds MSP offered best practices for supporting clients' return-to-office transitions. Get tips on how to facilitate the journey.
August 26, 2020 26 Aug'20
Kaseya aims to address MSP cybersecurity challenges

As MSPs look to balance customer security and in-house protection, Kaseya is continuing its investment in the cybersecurity portion of its IT management platform.
July 02, 2020 02 Jul'20
ConnectWise ups ante in cybersecurity services market

ConnectWise is pushing deeper into the security market by launching an MSP-specific cybersecurity framework. Get insight into the MSP+ Cybersecurity Framework initiative.

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6 best practices for informing MSP clients about cyber risks

With the cybersecurity threat landscape in a constant state of change, MSPs must help clients understand how to protect themselves. Here are six best practices. Continue Reading
supply chain security

Supply chain security is the part of supply chain management that focuses on the risk management of external suppliers, vendors, logistics and transportation. Continue Reading
Sample CCISO exam questions on security project management

This excerpt of 'CCISO Certified Chief Information Security Officer All-In-One Exam Guide' explains security project management fundamentals and provides practice CCISO exam questions. Continue Reading

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CCISO exam guide authors discuss the changing CISO role

Learn more about EC-Council's Certified CISO exam and how the certification helps CISOs at any organization manage successful infosec programs and a changing threat landscape. Continue Reading
Federal technology upgrade could see security, SaaS outlay

Channel partners expect major shifts in the government's technology priorities. Find out which IT trends are poised to shape spending in the coming years. Continue Reading
Evaluate tools to help improve cybersecurity for MSPs

Learn what types of cybersecurity tools -- including those for email security, endpoint protection and DNS filtering -- MSPs can use to ensure safety of their clients' systems. Continue Reading

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How MSPs and MSSPs should market cybersecurity to find success

It's time for MSPs and MSSPs to reevaluate how they sell their security solutions. Dave Sobel offers his recommendations, such as emphasizing the human aspect of cyber attacks. Continue Reading
MDR services evolve into distinct security service offering

MDR services are developing into a new category of cybersecurity offering for channel partners. Learn how MDR providers take a different approach from traditional MSSPs. Continue Reading
How to create a cybersecurity program for your own MSP

MSPs hoping to roll out an IT security practice would be well advised to first cultivate their own culture of security, writes Jason McNew in this Ask the Expert segment. Continue Reading

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3 basic cybersecurity measures to protect MSP businesses

Numerous MSP-targeted cyberattacks have driven home the need for improved internal security practices. Here's how MSPs can secure their operations. Continue Reading
Partners deploy phishing countermeasures as threats evolve

The pandemic and 2020 presidential election are giving criminals plenty of phishing opportunities. Learn about phishing countermeasures that partners can take to protect customers. Continue Reading
How to prepare client companies for ransomware attacks

Ransomware is a constant aspect of the IT landscape but isn't always seen as a priority. IT service providers can help their clients mitigate the risk. Continue Reading