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DFARS 252.204-7012: 14 Control Families You Can’t Afford to Overlook

DFARS 252.204-7012: 14 Control Families You Can’t Afford to Overlook

March, 2023 | Foster Charles

Any Department of Defense (DoD) contractor must comply with the security standards of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) before it can be given access to controlled [...]

NIST Cybersecurity Framework for Small Business: 5 Useful Resources

NIST Cybersecurity Framework for Small Business: 5 Useful Resources

September, 2022 | Foster Charles

True or False: Cyber criminals would rather target large enterprises than small businesses. Answer: FALSE! One of the most pervasive myths about cybersecurity is the assumption that small businesses [...]

Can You Name the Cybersecurity Regulations That Apply to the Financial Industry?

Can You Name the Cybersecurity Regulations That Apply to the Financial Industry?

August, 2022 | Sal Marino

Charles IT · Can You Name the Cybersecurity Regulations That Apply to the Financial Industry? Financial services is one of the most heavily regulated sectors in the world as it plays a vital role in [...]

How a vCISO Can Help Your Organization Meet NIST CSF Requirements

How a vCISO Can Help Your Organization Meet NIST CSF Requirements

July, 2022 | Foster Charles

With the increasing number of cyber attacks happening every day, it is more important than ever for businesses to implement a robust cybersecurity program. One of the most straightforward ways to do [...]

NIST CSF Profiles for Ransomware Risk Management

NIST CSF Profiles for Ransomware Risk Management

July, 2022 | Foster Charles

Ransomware is an ever-present risk these days, which is why businesses are constantly seeking ways to bolster their defenses. One excellent way of doing this is by using a robust cybersecurity [...]

How Does NIST CSF Relate to the Cybersecurity Safe Harbor Law?

How Does NIST CSF Relate to the Cybersecurity Safe Harbor Law?

July, 2022 | Foster Charles

The National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) provides voluntary, consensus-based industry standards and best practices for enhancing the security of [...]

What Are the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Password Guidelines?

What Are the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Password Guidelines?

June, 2022 | Foster Charles

The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF) is a set of guidelines developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations improve their cyber defenses. Whether a [...]

How NIST Cybersecurity Framework Helps Assess Organizational Risk

How NIST Cybersecurity Framework Helps Assess Organizational Risk

June, 2022 | Foster Charles

Organizations face a variety of risks; one of the most critical being cybersecurity risks, which can affect day-to-day operations, threaten compliance, and tarnish your company’s reputation.

Getting Started with NIST Cybersecurity Framework

Getting Started with NIST Cybersecurity Framework

June, 2022 | Foster Charles

As a business owner, you’re always looking for ways to improve your cybersecurity posture and protect your company from cyberattacks. Fortunately, the National Institute of Standards and Technology [...]

How Following NIST CSF Qualifies You for Safe Harbor Protection

How Following NIST CSF Qualifies You for Safe Harbor Protection

March, 2022 | Foster Charles

Getting hit by a cyberattack can be devastating for any business. Not only can it cost in terms of damages and recovery, but you can be sued if the attack leads to a data breach and loss of sensitive [...]

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