The simple answer is that you do, without a doubt, need cyber security. Smaller companies may have had a different response 20-30 years ago since most of their data and critical business information was kept at home or on the premises of the company.
However, with virtually all business now taking place online and relying on IT systems to hold data and information, this information is in grave danger.
The amount of risk will, of course, vary from one firm to the next, depending on the kind of business. The consequences of not having cyber security may vary from small annoyance to your company being shut down for the night.
To guarantee that this does not happen to you or your company, you must have cyber security.
What is the definition of cyber security?
So, think about cyber security in the same way that you would think of a security guard. Your data is protected from theft or harm by cyber security. To mention a few, this contains sensitive information, personal information, and payment information.
If your computer is not secure, any information on it, whether it is yours or your customers', may be accessed, which can have personal consequences as well as a bad effect on your customers.
How can I locate a reputable cyber security firm in my area?
Picking a competent cyber security firm is similar to choosing any other company in that you should spend time studying the company and the services they provide before committing to using them.
Fortunately, we're here today to walk you through each step we took to locate a reputable local cyber security firm.
Search
Let's get started with your search. Search for "cyber security Seattle" in a search engine. It's critical to search for "cyber security Seattle" rather than simply "cyber security."
By Googling "cyber security Seattle," you can be confident that the results you get are for local cyber security companies in Seattle, making it simpler to narrow down your search and, eventually, visit the company if you want to.
Furthermore, based on my experience, you can always learn more about a local business than you can about one that is located outside of your region. If you keep it local, there's a good possibility that other businesses in the region are utilizing or have used the firm in the past, allowing you to learn about their experiences.
Interview over the phone
Your "cyber security Seattle" search will have yielded tens of thousands of results, so it's critical to limit these down to maybe three choices and then contact each of these three businesses individually before making the call. Check out the company's internet reviews ahead of time to get a sense of the quality of service they've provided in the past.
When you contact the business, you want to know the following things:
How long has the company been in operation?
Companies that have been in operation for a longer period have a stronger track record of success, and if they have been operating for a long time, it demonstrates their flexibility, since security, particularly in the cyber domain, is constantly updated and modified.
What kind of plans do they have?
This is significant because you will want to ensure that the company has or can create a plan that will meet your company's needs. As previously stated, not all companies provide the same level of service, and some will only work with large or small businesses, so it is critical to determine whether the company has or can create a plan that will meet your needs.
What is covered by their insurance policy?
In addition to learning about the plan that best suits your needs, you'll want to learn about what's included in the plan, such as if data recovery is covered. Do you have to pay for updates? When will you be billed for services, and how frequently will you be billed?
This is more of a negotiating element, which I believe is best done in person. I organize a visit to the company's headquarters and go through everything there. That way, I know exactly what I'm getting myself into.