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    Feeding the Gators: Why SMBs Get Hacked & Big Guys Get Away

    Feeding the Gators: Why SMBs Get Hacked & Big Guys Get Away

    Sean Mahoney of Netswitch is joined by Wil Lassalle, of JLS, Tech to talk about a headline story and share some insights about preventing a similar event from occurring for your SMB.
    The guys explore why small businesses are more susceptible to cyberattacks than larger corporations. They talk about the perception among cybercriminals that small businesses have weaker defenses and are easier targets. Additionally, they discuss the potential unfairness of the current system, where large corporations face lighter consequences (like fines) for data breaches despite causing significant financial losses.
    Learn WHY:
    Small businesses are more vulnerable to cyberattacks than large corporationsSMBs are perceived as easier targetsBig guys get away with just a fine
    Sean Mahoney, VP Netswitch, Inc.
    Will Lassalle, vCISO JLS, Tech
    Learn more about Security And Risk Assessments from Netswitch, Inc.
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    An Insider's Guide to Cracking the Cyber Compliance Code in Latin America

    An Insider's Guide to Cracking the Cyber Compliance Code in Latin America

    In this episode, Will Lassalle, co-founder of Simplix, a platform designed to assist businesses in complying with cyber regulations in Latin America, discusses the challenges and opportunities surrounding cyber compliance in the region.
    We then delve into the evolving cyber regulatory landscape in Latin America, highlighting the region's efforts to catch up with global data privacy laws and cyber regulations.
    We emphasize the pressing need for businesses to enhance their cyber hygiene and mitigate the risks associated with breaches and ransomware attacks, particularly for those working with US or European companies that must adhere to their stringent requirements.
    Host: Sean Mahoney, VP Netswitch, Inc.
    Guest: Will Lassalle, Founder Simplix.io

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    Cyber Resilience Secrets: A Roadmap for LatAm Businesses

    Cyber Resilience Secrets: A Roadmap for LatAm Businesses

    In this episode, we discuss the importance of cyber resilience and business continuity planning for businesses in Latin America. The key points covered include:
    Latin companies increasingly targeted as entry points to larger partners/suppliersConducting thorough business impact analysis (BIA) is critical first stepDevelop strategies/plans to maintain core functions during disruptionsRegularly test and update resilience plans as operations changePre-establish agreements with external support services for faster responseUse multi-language documentation for organizational understandingCustomize resilience plans to each business's unique risks/impacts/prioritiesInvesting in resilience enables innovation, efficiency, competitiveness
    We share the secrets of how to invest in cyber resilience to enable innovation, improve efficiency and become a stronger competitive company.
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    Secret Santa: A Modern Day Insider Threat

    Secret Santa: A Modern Day Insider Threat

    In this episode of the Cybersecurity Chronicles, Sean Mahoney with Netswitch, and Tamara Lauterback, Sr. Cybersecurity and GRC Analyst with Guthrie discuss the evolution of cyber risk, focusing on the concept of insider threat.
    They explore how seemingly innocent actions can pose significant risks in the digital landscape. The conversation also touches on the role of AI and machine learning in shaping modern threats, the importance of continuous cybersecurity education, and the challenges of maintaining security in a rapidly advancing technological environment.
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    From SOC to GRC: Unraveling Cyber Risk Management

    From SOC to GRC: Unraveling Cyber Risk Management

    In this episode of the Cyber Security Chronicles, join Sean Mahoney, Stanley Li, CEO and Founder of Netswitch, and special guest Tamara Lauterbach, a senior Cybersecurity & GRC Analyst at Guthrie.
    Tamara shares her unique journey from the technical side of cybersecurity to the Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) side. She discusses her early career in a Security Operations Center (SOC), where she developed a passion for insider threat analysis. This led her to transition into the GRC field, where she found her skills and experience were highly applicable.
    The conversation covers the importance of acceptable use policies, the need for continuous education and awareness in cybersecurity, and the role of GRC in managing cyber risk.
    This episode provides valuable insights for anyone interested in the intersection of technical cybersecurity and GRC.
    Tune in to learn more about the evolving landscape of cybersecurity and the crucial role of GRC in protecting organizations. Don’t miss out on this enlightening discussion!
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    • 34 min
    Sons fo Hope: Critical Insights on the Alarming State of Cybersecurity Practices

    Sons fo Hope: Critical Insights on the Alarming State of Cybersecurity Practices

    Sean Mahoney and Will Lassalle catch up on the current state of cybersecurity, recent data breaches, the impact of regulations, and where opportunities for the future seem to be regarding compliance and cyber risk.
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