In general, cyber security services providers are companies that provide cyber security to other businesses as a service. There is also a Cybersecurity Service Provider (CSSP) designation issued by the Department of Defense that specifies the knowledge and experience needed to work on DoD projects. When the acronym is used (CSSP) it is usually referring to the DoD certification. Not all cyber security services providers hold CSSP designations (or need to unless they are working for the DoD).
When companies work with a cyber security service provider, they can leverage a more robust set of security protocols and deeper expertise than they can typically afford to hire in-house. The cyber security provider runs tests to find vulnerabilities, monitors networks for intrusions and responds to any incidents. The methods used to accomplish this can vary, as can the specific services offered and the cost.
A managed cyber security service provider (MSSP) bundles cyber security services into a comprehensive managed service agreement. You still get proactive monitoring, incident response and remediation. But you also get infrastructure management, 24/7/365 help desk services, end-user security training and other managed service components — all for a flat monthly fee.
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A vulnerability is a weak spot in a system. Vulnerabilities enable hackers and crackers to gain access to a network. It is virtually impossible to have no weak spots, and not all weak spots exist inside the code itself. The biggest vulnerability for many companies is people. Human examples of vulnerabilities include a human response…
A zero day attack happens when a hacker takes advantage of an unpatched or previously unknown vulnerability for the first time (also known as a zero day vulnerability). Some examples of zero day exploits include: Critical system vulnerabilities and exposures are tracked by some organizations and websites to distribute to others. They maintain lists of…
There are multiple benefits associated with IT service management, including: Aside from the benefits above, the day-to-day conveniences of using an ITSM are many. ITSM is not just support via a help desk or a service desk. While an ITSM may support your business via a service desk, the offerings are much broader than that….
Use our Checklist to Find IT Support
Are you a first-timer to IT support? Maybe you aren’t happy with your current MSP? Our easy-to-follow checklist can guide you through the process of the best IT services provider for your business. It will help you help you outline and define:
- Your business goals for the next few years
- The stats that potential MSPs will need to work out a plan for your company
- The risk areas in your backup and cyber security practices
- What you expect from your IT support provider
- And more!
