Thu, May 9, 2024, 1:00 PM EST

True penetration testing, how they work, and how they are utilized within an overall strategy & why a truly independent source is critical; what’s the role of a CISO in building a solid cyber strategy.

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Understanding the differences between vulnerability assessments / management and penetration tests – when is each appropriate, and where do you need both; and how do these support compliance and cyber insurance requirements.

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Join us April 11

Building upon our first session's exploration of governance and compliance, this second installment dives deep into the operational excellence achievable through the strategic integration of Liongard and Compliance Scorecard. Discover how to leverage this powerful combination to automate asset management and ensure compliance with critical standards, including CIS Implementation Group 1, Control 1. This session is tailored for MSPs seeking to enhance their service offerings with advanced asset governance and compliance capabilities, streamlining their operations and providing unmatched value to their clients.

‘Twas the night before Christmas, in the tech world so bright, LinkedIn was buzzing, late into the night. CMMC experts were fussing, in debates so grand, Over standards and policies, complex and unplanned.

When suddenly a chatter, like a digital clatter, I rushed to my feed to see what was the matter. Notifications like snowflakes, falling so fast, As the industry's landscape was being recast.

Much to our surprise, with the moon shining bright, CMMC had been released, causing quite the fright. Managed Service Providers (MSPs), awake in their beds, Visions of compliance dancing in their heads.

Now they must open their eyes, to the task at their door, For cybersecurity's future, was changed forevermore. Regulations and guidelines, now part of the race, For a safer cyber world, a more secure space.

So to all MSPs, on this Christmas Eve night, May your policies be strong, and your security tight. May your data be safe, and your risks be few, Happy Christmas to all, and to all a safe renew!

cmmc #compliance #msp #fedramp

osc # comply

🔥TODAY IS THE DAY! Breakout One: 1:45pm - 2:30pm ET ✅Register: https://crowdcast.io/c/rejectioncon

✅Conference pass - $50 (or pay-what-you-can!)

💰If price / cost is a struggle Use coupon code: ComplianceRisk50

🤝but before you do consider that proceeds are going to support a great nonprofit.

👍 Every registration dollar is going to the Rural Technology Fund a 501(c)(3) focused on helping rural students recognize opportunities in technology careers and provide equitable access to technology for students with disabilities

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🌐 MSP Owners: ASD Essential 8 Nov 2023 Update 🌐

🔔 Attention MSP owners: The ASD's Essential 8 Maturity Model has a significant update this November. Our latest blog post dives into these critical changes, providing insights and guidance on adapting your cybersecurity strategy.

🔝 Key insights:

Enhanced security measures for MSPs 🛡️

Strategies for compliance with ISO 27001 standards 📊

Growth opportunities through advanced cybersecurity practices 🚀 Stay ahead in cybersecurity! Check out our comprehensive breakdown and tips for MSPs.

🔗 Read the blog

Introducing our latest feature: Score your customers and compliance against established risk management frameworks with our intuitive Scorecard Dashboard!

🔍 Dive deep into data-driven insights and stay ahead in the compliance arena.

Check out the snapshot and see how easy we've made it for you to stay on top of your game!

But wait, there's more! 🎉

🔍 Alongside this, we're thrilled to unveil the Assessment Scorecard – transforming the way you track compliance across the board.

Stay tuned as we roll these out – they're game-changers in the world of compliance management!

ComplianceScorecard #PolicyDashboard #RiskManagement #Innovation

Help us stay on top of this fun session on documentation!

https://rejects.canny.io/sessions/p/policies-that-dont-suck-how-to-write-and-implement-effective-compliance-by-tim-g

The buzz is real, and the excitement is palpable! We are excited to announce our sponsorship at the much-anticipated IT Nation #ITNC23. This event promises to be a melting pot of innovation, ideas, and invaluable networking opportunities, and we can't wait to be a part of it. This is going to be an opportunity, for innovation networking and exchanging ideas.

Your Ticket, to an Incredible Cybersecurity Journey! 🚀

We're taking cybersecurity to heights. We invite you to join us on this thrilling adventure! Introducing our "Ticket to an Incredible Cybersecurity Journey" giveaway Compliance Scorecard in collaboration with our sister companies Connect Secure and Nine Minds.

How It Works; ✅Visit Us; Swing by our booth or the booths of Connect Secure and Nine Minds. ✅Get Your Pass Stamped; At each booth have your pass stamped. Once you collect three stamps you're good to go! ✅Enter for a Chance to Win; Once you've gathered all three stamps you'll automatically be entered into our giveaway.

BOOK TIME WITH OUR FOUNDERS

Our founders, Maureen and Tim are really looking forward to connecting with all of you. Whether you have any questions, feedback or simply want to have a chat about the happenings in our industry they'll be there with coffee in hand.

Don't miss the chance to say hello to Frank, our dedicated client services representative. He will provide insights but might also have a few surprises up his sleeve!

How to Get the Best Out of the Conference: ✅Plan Ahead: Review the conference agenda in advance. Prioritize sessions and events that align with your business goals. ✅Engage Actively: Don't be a passive attendee. Ask questions, participate in discussions, and engage with presenters and peers. ✅Network Intentionally: Set specific networking goals. Maybe you want to meet potential clients or find a solution to a particular challenge. Seek out those opportunities. ✅Take Notes: With so much information being shared, it's essential to jot down key takeaways, ideas, and contacts. Visit Vendor Booths: Spend time exploring the exhibition hall. Engage with vendors, ask for demos, and gather information on the latest products and services. ✅Follow Up: After the conference, reach out to the contacts you made. This can lead to fruitful partnerships and opportunities down the line. ✅Share Knowledge: Share your learnings with your team. This ensures that the entire organization benefits from the conference insights. ✅Stay Social: Use the conference's official hashtag on social media to share your experiences, insights, and to connect with others. Take Breaks: Conferences can be overwhelming. Ensure you take breaks, stay hydrated, and get enough rest. ✅Evaluate: After the event, evaluate the ROI of attending. What did you learn? What opportunities emerged? This will help you decide on attending future events and how to approach them.

MOST OF ALL HAVE FUN!

October 18, 2023 (DOVER, NH) – Compliance Risk, the only Governance-as-a-Service solution created by MSPs for MSPs, today announced it received a $3.5M investment from Bellini Capital and will be rebranding to Compliance Scorecard by the end of the year.

At a time when compliance is a growing priority for MSPs and their clients, Compliance Risk’s name change reflects how the company’s technology and support simplify compliance, making it easy for MSPs to add the critical offering to the services they provide their clients and to address MSPs’ own governance needs.

Compliance Risk gives MSPs policies and procedures tailored to meet specific regulatory and industry compliance standards. The Bellini Capital investment will help the company expand its product roadmap to introduce additional risk-management and governance modules.

As a former chief technology officer and MSP for over 20 years, Compliance Risk Founder and CEO Tim Golden knows from personal experience that compliance can be intimidating, which is why the company’s services include features to help MSPs efficiently deploy compliance solutions backed by weekly peer group meetings.

📷“Everyone feels pressure from increased regulation, cyber insurance requirements, and the constant threat of a data breach,” says Golden.

“Ultimately, the Governance as a Service we provide enables MSPs to help their clients and protect themselves.”

The Compliance Risk Governance-as-a-Service framework includes:

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• Industry specific policy packs including HIPAA, FTC Safeguard, NIST CSF, and CMMC, with a document library built on decades of experience helping organizations meet government and industry regulations
• Explanatory text that leads organizations through each policy documentation, plus change-control tracking and automated prompts to ensure organizations fulfill annual compliance requirements.
• End-user training and adoption tracking, including e-signatures.
• Weekly MSP compliance focused peer support group, a Slack channel, and a 30-day free trial.

📷Bellini Capital Managing Partner Arnie Bellini says Compliance Risk’s combination of expertise, support, and product put it in a unique position to help MSPs take an important next step. “MSPs need to get busy offering security operations services to their customers,“ Bellini said.

“Their customers are getting hacked, and it is time for MSPs to evolve. With Compliance Risk, MSPs can offer a basic set of security operations services. That puts MSPs on the path toward doubling their revenue.“

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🤧what do seasonal allergies & GRC have in common

🍁it’s that time of the year for me, when the seasonal allergies sneak up on me!

💊talking a simple antihistamine can prevent a lot of sneezing!

How does this relate to governance risk and compliance

🚀 proactive GRC strategies can mitigate potential disruptions and risks in the business world.

📑Effective governance ensures that an organization operates efficiently and play by the same rules

⁉️It's like understanding what triggers your allergies and avoiding those triggers.

➡️Risk management is about being prepared and having the right 'tools' (like antihistamines) on hand to address issues when they arise.

👮And compliance? It's about adhering to the 'prescription' or rules set forth, ensuring that everything runs smoothly without any unexpected surprises

So many GRC tools use their “cross mapping” as a selling point.. but have you ever thought about how these mapping’s have been conducted?

“subject to interpretation”

Mapping is often conducted as an abstract exercise (e.g., “map A to B”) without explicitly determining, documenting, or communicating the mapping’s purpose, use cases, scope, audience, or other assumptions. As a result, people who use the mapping must guess at its meaning and context. These kinds of mappings save people a little time by pointing them to potentially relevant information. Users of these mappings still need to read and comprehend the concepts in both documents within the documents’ respective contexts to understand the nature of the relationship.

Read more: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/compliancerisk-io_nist-mapping-relationships-risk-management-activity-7098244006043623425-3g67?

Just published a whole new and update set of baseline docs in our polygon governance as a service platform

These docs are not your “typical template”, I have gone the extra mile, and provided explanation text for each section of the document to help you make decisions along the way, and provide context for each section of the document!

A major differentiator from all the other templates you’ve seen across the Internet! 

Want to see a sample grab our incident response plan:

https://compliancerisk.io/incident-response-policy-template-ninjaone-fifthwall-solutions-and-compliancerisk/

Join the conversation

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/timothygolden_nist-govern-activity-7094692579828490241-mPmP?

Neat little milestone!

So much to digest with this request for information!?! So many potential pitfalls… and so many potential opportunities as well

I posted some thoughts here:

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/timothygolden_cmmc-compliance-activity-7088100442856935424-y7S-?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios