Building a data protection program doesn’t happen overnight, and the frequently used comparison to a journey is accurate, with lots of ground covered before reaching maturity. So, what’s the best way to get started? Determining which direction to go. An interesting...
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NIST CSF 2.0 Gains Ground as Universal Cybersecurity Framework
As consultants on the Governance, Risk, and Compliance team at Converge, we’re often contacted by clients after every major cybersecurity or data breach incident hits the news. Their common question is, “Can this happen to us, and how can we be proactive?” They want...
Why Data Classification Matters & How to Inject It Into Your Security Strategy
Data is the lifeblood of a modern organization, driving decision-making and propelling growth. Data classification ensures its vitality by properly routing it for maximum efficiency and security. Volumes of data are generated, collected, stored, and analyzed by...
A Strong Data Protection Program Starts With These 9 Cornerstones
The quest for strong data security has all the elements of a cliffhanger Hollywood movie. Bad guys, good guys, treasure, chaos, and misadventure are all part of protecting data in a digital world. Businesses and organizations have data, bad guys want it, and nearly...
PCI DSS v4.0 Is Coming: Here’s What You Need to Know Now
The Diners Club card was first issued in 1950 and heralded the beginning of the payment card industry (PCI). Cybersecurity became necessary for all transactions when the original carbon-copy impression payment slips evolved to magnetic stripes, EMV chips, and...