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How Cybersecurity and Managed IT Services are Different

When hiring a managed IT company to support your company’s network, beware of hasty decisions. You will want to work with companies that offer specific and targeted certifications and cybersecurity certifications. If you hire a technology services provider without cybersecurity expertise, your company might be at risk.

Already, businesses see the benefits of working with Managed Services Providers (MSPs). These providers offer cost-effective and comprehensive managed services that bring real benefits to companies. Unfortunately, as business demand for these services increases, so does the number of disreputable companies. As a result, many unsuspecting businesses are left vulnerable because their MSP failed to provide adequate security measures or dealt with them in an untrustworthy manner.

You might be a business owner who is currently working with an MSP that fails to provide cybersecurity protection for your company’s data and devices. If this sounds familiar, then it would be in your best interest to move on as soon as possible. The first step should include assessing what level of cybersecurity measures the current MSP provides.

Cybersecurity as a Service

Many MSPs offer comprehensive cybersecurity services, which is very important for all companies. However, the only way to ensure your business is protected against cyberattacks is by working with a managed IT company that also has specific and targeted security certifications in place. These include ISO 27001 Certification , SSAE 16 SOC 2 Type II Compliance , and others. In addition, any potential managed IT company should have a SOC 1 Type II report , PCI DSS Compliance Report , HIPAA Compliance Data Security Standard Reports for Business Associates , and other evaluations to show where they excel in the cybersecurity field.

Without comprehensive security measures, your devices and data are at risk of being severely damaged or compromised.

Other Services MSPs Offer

Depending on the services your current MSP provides, there could be additional risks. For example, if your MSP manages end-user devices but does not provide cybersecurity measures, it might place the company at risk. If this is the case, you should reconsider your business relationship with your current provider.

On the other hand, if an MSP can offer you comprehensive cybersecurity services without managing your devices, there is no risk.

A Comprehensive Approach to Cybersecurity

When working with an MSP that specializes in cybersecurity, security specialists should be present at all times during the service management process. This ensures that their staff are well-versed in best practices for managing cybersecurity risks. The skilled personnel will also know how to use the right tools and software for identifying and resolving security issues.

With comprehensive cybersecurity practices, your MSP should be able to manage vulnerabilities within your network quickly and safely. Furthermore, all data transmitted through the network should be safe from prying eyes. All of this should be possible without disrupting employees’ work activities or compromising business operations.

The Difference is Clear

When assessing managed IT companies, it is important to look for services that can meet your company’s needs and give you peace of mind. Therefore, additional research should be done on each potential MSP before making a decision. If the company does not offer specific cybersecurity certifications or only offers basic security measures.

Chris Turn

Chris Turn is the pseudonym of a journalist and writer who has published short stories, essays, and criticism in the Los Angeles Times, the Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star, and the New York Times. Her most recent book, a novel, is The Summoning (The HarperCollins Canada, 2014). She lives with her husband in Toronto.

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