Brian Sledge

Is security enough for data protection ? Or do we need a little more ? ISMS, or information security management systems are designed to protect information, confidentiality, integrity, availability. Now, when using SFTP, the files are perfectly secure from a transfer standpoint, but, what about governance ? Audit capability ? Access control ? That's where the gap is. And yes, having an authentication bringing audit capability is also a factor in data governance. 👉 https://gag.gl/2ZxYDE #cybersecurity Kiteworks #governance #SSH #SFTP

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Texas businesses: are you ready for what’s next in cybersecurity? 🔍 New threats are rising fast — understanding them isn’t optional anymore. From ransomware to cloud vulnerabilities, staying ahead means acting now. Here are key trends to watch: -Ransomware attacks are growing in both frequency and sophistication — backups + recovery + employee phishing awareness = non-negotiable. -Advanced threat detection using AI/ML is giving companies real-time visibility & better defense. -Cloud security challenges abound: encryption (in transit & at rest), strong access controls, and cloud provider compliance are essential. -Zero Trust models are no longer “nice to have” — strict identity verification + segmentation + continuous monitoring are rising quickly. -Human error still a major attack vector. Regular employee training + audits + compliance oversight = crucial. If you’re operating in Texas—or planning to—you should be asking: Which of these trends are we under-prepared for? Let’s talk strategy. 💡#Cybersecurity #TexasBusiness #CloudSecurity #ZeroTrust #AI #Compliance #RiskManagement #DataProtection #Ransomware #SecurityAwareness

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Why CMMC Level 2 is Different CMMC Level 2 requires compliance with all 110 NIST 800-171 controls. Unlike Level 1, you can’t “pick and choose.” ✅ Example: Multi-Factor Authentication is mandatory, not optional. M2 helps subcontractors implement and maintain all controls — without huge upfront costs. Learn more: https://oal.lu/dfue1

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Struggling to sustain CMMC 2.0 compliance without slowing the business? #Kiteworks very own, Danielle Barbour lays out a practical, operating-model approach: define scope precisely, map requirements to existing controls, automate evidence end to end, continuously validate every file/email/API/endpoint touching FCI or CUI, and keep your SSP and POA&M living with regular audit drills. It also underscores adopting converged, zero trust platforms and references Kiteworks’ Private Data Network approach. A concise, actionable read for executives, CISOs, and program owners. #CMMC #Compliance #ZeroTrust #GovCon #Sponsored #AuditReadiness #Cybersecurity #GRC

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Security isn’t a checkbox — it’s architecture. Unapproved file-sharing apps and outdated MFT platforms quietly introduce real risk. When compliance gaps surface under frameworks like HIPAA or GDPR, the financial and reputational impact can be massive. A better model? Deploy SFTP inside your own cloud environment. Keep data in your tenant. Maintain full audit logs, strong encryption, granular access controls, and native integration across AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. When file transfer lives inside your infrastructure — not outside of it — compliance becomes operational, not reactive. #ThornTechnologies

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𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥, 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐂𝐌𝐌𝐂 𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞? 💻 1️⃣ Define your boundary in the SSP 2️⃣ List all in-scope items in your inventory 3️⃣ Document how CUI flows through your environment Clear scope = clear audit. 🎯 Get your free CMMC Roadmap: https://lnkd.in/g4nRrcmv #CMMC #Cybersecurity #Compliance #GovCon #CloudSecurity

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CMMC leaders: RP/RPO badges doesn't prove implementation capability. The training is fast, online, and doesn’t require real NIST delivery experience. What matters? • mapped controls • implementation experience • contract-review • supply chain understanding If you’re evaluating CMMC help, don’t buy the badge, buy the capability. In this 5-minute video, Steve Bankhead (Cayuse Commercial Services) and I call out a common red flag: leading with letters instead of outcomes and experience. Then we share practical tips for what to look for when vetting CMMC support.

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