Cyber Defense for prevention in your company

Cyber defense, also known as IT security or information security, refers to the practices, technologies and measures taken to protect computer systems, networks, data and information from various threats, attacks and unauthorized access. As more and more aspects of our lives become digitized, cybersecurity has become a critical component to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information.

What is Cyber Defense?

Cybersecurity refers to the practices, technologies, processes and measures taken to protect computer systems, networks, data and information from various threats, attacks and unauthorized access. It is a comprehensive approach aimed at ensuring the confidentiality, integrity and availability of digital resources. In essence, cybersecurity revolves around taking preventative and reactive measures to minimize the risk of cyberattacks and limit the potential damage.

What is an Information Security Management System (ISMS)?

With a Information Security Management Systemshort ISMS, is a system that structured approach to planning, implementing, monitoring, and improving information security in an organization. The goal of an ISMS is to establish appropriate protections for information and IT systems to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of sensitive data while minimizing the risk of security breaches and cyberattacks.

Risk assessment

Identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and risks to information security within the organization.

Planning

Develop a clear information security strategy and framework based on identified risks and organizational goals.

Implementation

Implement security policies, procedures, and technical measures to mitigate identified risks.

Monitoring

Continuously monitor information security to ensure that defined security controls are operating effectively and potential threats are detected early.

Review

Regularly assess the effectiveness of the ISMS, including internal audits and security control assessments.

Improvement

Based on the results of monitoring and review, measures for continuous improvement of information security are identified and implemented.

The most common standard for an ISMS?

A widely used standard for ISMS is ISO/IEC 27001. This is an internationally recognized standard that defines requirements for establishing, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, maintaining, and improving a documented ISMS. Organizations that adhere to this standard can make their information security processes more structured and effective, reducing the likelihood of security incidents. Overall, an ISMS helps an organization proactively manage information security, mitigate risk, and build customer, partner, and stakeholder confidence in protecting sensitive information.

What services does ComSec Cyber Defense include?

In addition to setting up integrated management systems, ComSec employees take care of necessary compliance procedures such as the upcoming NIS 2 regulations or the General Data Protection Regulation (DSGVO). In both areas, failure to comply can result in significant fines and high corporate image losses. We support you as a sparring partner or as an external Chief Information Security Manager or external data protection officer. Do not leave your most important corporate assets to the cyber criminals!