"Proactive protection is not just about fixing vulnerabilities, it's about implementing a comprehensive security strategy and understanding your system boundaries and actively defending against cyber threats before they can breach your defenses."

In the latest episode of The Tea on Cybersecurity, @Jara Rowe talks with @Jim Goldman and @Ryan Dunn to uncover the importance of being proactive in cybersecurity management to avoid the pitfalls of a cyber attack.

To be proactive, companies need to implement various security processes and technologies. These include patching management to ensure systems are up to date with the latest security patches, multi-factor authentication to add an extra layer of protection for accessing sensitive information, and security awareness and training programs to educate employees about potential threats and best practices.

By implementing these measures, companies can reduce the number of vulnerabilities in their systems over time.

Make sure to listen to the end for tips on what being proactive looks like from Jim and Ryan.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

1. The importance of implementing proactive cybersecurity measures beyond vulnerability management to protect your organization from cyber attacks.
2. The significance of understanding and assessing third party risks in order to safeguard your business and customer data.
3. The need for agents in the insurance industry to adopt a proactive and creative mindset when dealing with cyber insurance, rather than relying on reactive approaches.

Things to listen for:

1. [1:33 ] What a proactive and reactive cybersecurity system is.
2. [3:22 ] How a proactive approach to cybersecurity helps organizations identify and mitigate potential threats.
3. [4:40 ] Why so many people typically lean towards being reactive in their cybersecurity systems.
4. [7:21 ] Tips for third party checking.
5. [9:26 ] What role technology can play in supporting a proactive cybersecurity strategy for both agents and their clients.
6. [13:55 ] Best practices for organizations looking to adopt a proactive cybersecurity stance.

Connect with the Guest:

Ryan Dunn’s LinkedIn

Jim Goldman’s LinkedIn

Connect with the host:

Jara Rowe’s LinkedIn

Connect with Trava:

Website www.travasecurity.com 

Blog www.travasecurity.com/blog

LinkedIn @travasecurity

YouTube @travasecurity