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IT Security Outsourced IT

Third-Party Risk Management

What is TPRM? Third-party risks are the potential risks that arise from organizations relying on outside parties to perform services or activities on their behalf. Third-party risk management (TPRM) is the process through which an organization manages the risks associated with having outside parties performing services or activities on their behalf. The use of third-party […]

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IT Security Outsourced IT

Cybersecurity Risk Assessments

What are Cybersecurity Risk Assessments? There are several tools available for assessing both specific and broad cybersecurity risks. Consider performing risk assessments at the organizational level as well as subscribing to alerts regarding larger-scale threats. The following risk assessment may be used to classify risks to systems in your organization1: The Center for Internet Security […]

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Government IT Security Outsourced IT

IT Security Risks for National Critical Functions

What are IT Security Risks for National Critical Functions? Whether your organization is public or private, it exists within a complex system where it might a greater role and responsibility in national security than you may have realized. The Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) defines National Critical Functions (NCFs) as, “…functions of the government […]