Most larger companies know to perform a risk assessment for their computer systems. There is too much data and sensitive information out there not to take every available step to protect it. Unfortunately, small and medium-sized businesses mistakenly believe that they are at a lowered risk because of their size. Having a risk assessment completed can help businesses of all sizes understand where threats exist both internally and externally. Read on to find out more about risk assessments.
Risk assessment is the identification of hazards that could negatively impact an organization’s ability to conduct business. Not only do these assessments identify threats but can also evaluate ways for a business to reduce these risks.
Identify Threat Areas
Professionals in IT security can assess all of your hardware, software, workstations, and devices to analyze where potential threats exist. External risks could be anywhere there is technology with an IP address that would be accessible by the internet. Internal risks such as a disgruntled employee or a new employee who does not understand, or follow, security protocols could also be a threat.
Rate and Prioritize Threats
An IT professional can gather all these potential threats and then work with business leaders to prioritize which need to be dealt with first and which can wait. Knowing your business is key to understanding how these are organized. Classifying which items on the list are low risk and which are high risk can help business owners and leaders know where to budget for changes.
Putting Protection in Action
Now that risks have been analyzed, it is time to start putting a plan in motion as to what cybersecurity is necessary. Talk to your professional IT consultants to find out which services are needed most and which can be budgeted for at a later time.
M&H Consulting can help assess your company’s threats both internal and external. Talk to our experts at 1-866-964-8324 or visit our website.
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