Enterprises collect, store and use huge quantities of data. This data is valuable for the business, but it is can be is a target for hackers. It is vital to document the company’s operations and to communicate security policies clearly to employees and those who access the information so that any vulnerabilities can be quickly patched and possible risks can be minimized.
The best method to safeguard sensitive data is to identify it, and then to encrypt at the beginning of the life cycle of an application. This can reduce the chance of the unauthorized access of personal information that could lead to reputational damage and financial losses.
Another method of protecting data is to establish an environment of redundancy and backups. This will ensure that your vital data is always accessible and reduce the risk of expensive downtimes caused by natural disasters or human error.
Another way to secure data is by training staff on the importance of security protocols and keeping them updated with any changes to corporate policy. It is important to implement processes to how to detect and remove malware monitor employee activity and restrict the number of employees who have access to certain data and make it as difficult for unauthorized access as possible. It is also essential to ensure that physical media is stored that contain sensitive information in a secure area that is easily restored in the event of a flood or fire.