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How to read a SOC 2 Report

Want to save time reading a long and complicated SOC 2 Report? If you’re one of hundreds of organizations who need to quickly review a SOC 2 Report to help…

What is the Role of a SOC 2 Compliance Readiness Partner?

In today’s competitive landscape, demonstrating robust security practices is no longer a nicety; it’s a necessity. Achieving SOC 2 certification by an independent third-party auditor  is a powerful way to…

Cybersecurity and Compliance Best Practices for Radiology

In the rapidly evolving landscape of healthcare, the integration of technology has become indispensable, particularly in the field of radiology where digital systems are fundamental to diagnosis and treatment. However,…

Benefits of Pen Testing for Radiology

Radiology organizations handle sensitive medical information and rely heavily on secure digital systems to store and transmit patient data. With the increasing prevalence of cyber threats, ranging from ransomware attacks…

Pen Testing for Radiology

Penetration testing, often referred to as “pen testing” or “ethical hacking,” is a proactive security assessment approach used to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses within a computer system, network, or application.…

Pen Testing versus Vulnerability Assessment

Feeling confused about security assessments? Are you unsure if a Vulnerability Assessment or Penetration Test is the right assessment for your organization? While both aim to test your defenses and…

Can you submit a SOC 2 Report instead of a Vendor Security Questionnaire?

Over the last decade, service organizations have been asked to prove their level of cyber hygiene before they are awarded a contract. The RFQs and contracts of small-medium sized businesses,…

SOC 2 versus ISO 27001

Organizations frequently face a tough choice between SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certifications as a means to showcase their security maturity. Comparing the two security standards can be tough and…

Transition to ISO 27001:2022

The ISO 27001:2022 certification standard was released in October 2022. It has replaced the ISO 27001:2013 edition via a three-year transition period, which ends on October 31, 2025. Companies with…

NEN 7510: A Guide to Healthcare Information Security in the Netherlands

When a ransomware attack hit Maastricht University in December 2019, the entire digital infrastructure collapsed. Nineteen thousand students couldn’t access course materials, researchers faced looming grant deadlines with no access
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Understanding the CAIQ

Is CAIQ for You? Are you evaluating cloud service providers and drowning in security questionnaires? Do you need to prove your cloud vendor did their due diligence before the next
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NIST SP 800-53 – The Gold Standard for Cybersecurity

Have You Ever Wondered What Keeps Federal Systems Secure in an Age of Escalating Cyber Threats? Picture this: It’s 2:00 AM, and a federal agency discovers a data breach. Critical
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Securing CUI with NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2

NIST SP 800-171 Revision 2 stands as the mandatory cybersecurity standard for any organization handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) under federal contracts. This isn’t voluntary guidance or a best-practice recommendation.
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Building a Practical Cybersecurity Program with NIST CSF

How do you build a cybersecurity program that’s both comprehensive and practical- without breaking the bank or overwhelming your team? The answer lies in a framework that strips away complexity
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Understanding the NIST AI Risk Management Framework

The question isn’t whether AI will transform your business—it’s whether you’ll manage the risks before they manage you. Every day, AI systems make thousands of decisions that affect real people:
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How to Complete Your Security Risk Analysis for MIPS in 2025

MIPS or the Merit-based Incentive Payment System is a performance-based reimbursement program under Medicare, developed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to reward healthcare providers for quality,
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How to Prepare for your CMMC Certification

You’ve spent months implementing security controls. Your policies are polished. Your System Security Plan (SSP) is complete. Now comes the moment of truth: the official CMMC assessment. For many defense
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Your CMMC Roadmap

The path to CMMC compliance doesn’t have to feel like navigating uncharted territory. With CMMC requirements entering new DoD contracts and full implementation approaching rapidly, your organization needs a clear
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