by Beth Sumner | Mar 12, 2024 | Succession Planning, Cybersecurity, Governance, Information Security Officer, Risk
In today’s world where cyber threats evolve rapidly, the challenge of replacing an Information Security Officer (ISO) underscores a critical issue: the cybersecurity job market is scorching, yet talent is scarce. This gap has turned recruitment into a high-stakes game...
by Zach Duke | Feb 22, 2024 | Information Security, Bank Vendor Management, Banks, Case Study, Community Banking, Compliance, Compliance Risks, Cybersecurity, Information Security Governance, Information Security Officer, Least Privilege Validation, User Access, User Access Reporting
Pendleton Community Bank, a $700 Million Dollar Bank with 133 Employees in Franklin, WV, led by CEO Bill Loving, faced a critical challenge when their Information Security Officer departed, leaving a significant void in their oversight capabilities. Their goal was...
by Beth Sumner | Dec 15, 2023 | Banks, CSBS, Cyber Attack, Cybersecurity, Digital Banking, Financial Institutions, Governance, MFA, Multi-Factor Authentication, Ransomware
Fostering a Culture of Security Through Education and Oversight As we wrap up our informative series based on the R-SAT v2.0 insights, we highlight not only the tactical applications of cybersecurity but also the strategic importance of cultivating a robust security...
by Beth Sumner | Nov 30, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Banks, CSBS, Cyber Attack, Digital Banking, Financial Institutions, Governance, MFA
Introduction: Streamlining Data Management in Cybersecurity Continuing our initial discussion in the 3-part series from the R-SAT v2.0, we turn to the core of data protection: data management. As an Information Security Officer, your role is pivotal in safeguarding...
by Beth Sumner | Nov 16, 2023 | Banks, CSBS, Cyber Attack, Cybersecurity, Digital Banking, Financial Institutions, Governance, MFA, Multi-Factor Authentication, Ransomware
Introduction: Navigating the New Cybersecurity Landscape Welcome to the first installment of our in-depth three-part series, building upon our November 14th webinar on the new Ransomware Self-Assessment tool (R-SAT v2.0). The new R-SAT was released by the...
by Scott McIlrath | Oct 26, 2023 | Cybersecurity, Banks, CSBS, Cyber Attack, Digital Banking, Financial Institutions, Governance, MFA, Multi-Factor Authentication, Ransomware
As of October 24th, 2023, a new version of the Ransomware Self-Assessment Tool (R-SAT v2.0) has been published for banks to help mitigate new risks associated with ransomware attacks and identify security gaps. Ransomware attacks are not just a fleeting headline; they...
