Managing cybersecurity risks with Resilience

Cybersecurity risks are a pivotal concern for organizations today, posing an ongoing challenge that demands proactive management. Despite the wealth of information available, complete eradication of these risks remains elusive until they manifest. While identification and protection are crucial, they fall short in eliminating every potential threat.

The management of these risks intertwines deeply with public relations, necessitating an acknowledgment and readiness for the worst-case scenarios. Embracing diverse possibilities and alternative solutions becomes imperative in this landscape.

Presenting a series authored by Mark Simos, Lead Cybersecurity Architect at Cybersecurity Solutions Group, in collaboration with Sarah Armstrong-Smith, Chief Security Advisor. This blog series, starting with its inaugural edition, aims to explore diverse strategies addressing challenges in cybersecurity risk management. In this initial edition, we delve into the concept of resilience as an approach to resolving risks.

The dynamics of opportunity and risk are fueled by prominent trends encountered by organizations:

1. Digital Revolution: Companies undergo adaptation, embracing disruptive ideas and business models. A prime example is Airbnb, utilizing the digital revolution to revolutionize the tourism and hospitality industry.

2. Cybersecurity Challenges: Organizations face relentless threats from organized crime, rogue states, and freelancers. These entities target the technology and resources of businesses, compounded by a rising range of insider threats.