{"id":5422,"date":"2019-10-23T16:10:08","date_gmt":"2019-10-23T15:10:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cybersmart.com\/?p=5422"},"modified":"2021-10-01T10:47:07","modified_gmt":"2021-10-01T10:47:07","slug":"proactive-it-security-compliance-vs-reactive-cybersecurity-firefighting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cybersmart.com\/blog\/proactive-it-security-compliance-vs-reactive-cybersecurity-firefighting\/","title":{"rendered":"Proactive IT Security Compliance vs Reactive cybersecurity firefighting"},"content":{"rendered":"
When it comes to cybersecurity, MSSPs traditionally provide two standard services: proactive or reactive. Some businesses prefer the reactive approach and require a fix for security issues only when they arise. For other businesses, horizon scanning and taking a more proactive approach fits their risk appetite and lets them stay one step ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n Being an MSSP, you have a responsibility to guide clients to the best approach for their business and one that matches their risk appetite. In this blog post, we look at the reasons why proactive compliance is better for businesses than a reactive approach when assessing cybersecurity firefighting.<\/span><\/p>\n A <\/span>reactive approach<\/b> towards security embraces the philosophy of wait until the security perimeter is breached then acting to fix it. An MSSP is typically responsible for cleaning up the mess after the security incident using this approach; one that might work with other services, but with cybersecurity, may have business crippling impacts.<\/span><\/p>\n Once a security incident has occurred, the damage has already been done. The loss of data and extended downtime of any systems has already caused financial, reputational or other losses to the client. Add on the cost in time and effort to \u2018fix\u2019 and the potential impacts, coupled with the loss of productivity or revenue do not make happy reading.<\/span><\/p>\n A <\/span>proactive approach<\/b>, on the other hand, is about anticipatory prevention measures and rapid notification that drives responsiveness. In this approach, the MSSP is responsible for assisting the client address the potential security risks before they can become problems.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Cyber attacks do not sleep, and the proactive approach to cybersecurity defensive measures is the best approach to leave little to no room for attackers to exploit the system. The earlier a problem area or attack vector is identified, the easier it is to fix or to close the door to a potential breach. A proactive approach is a great way to ensure clients\u2019 infrastructure is protected 24\/7. It requires continuous engagement with clients and involves the design and deployment of preemptive strategies, tools and techniques with an awareness of threat intelligence to prevent security issues from becoming a concern.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The reactive approach may save cost for clients initially, but in the long run, it increases the risks of:\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n A proactive compliance approach has a number of benefits for MSSPs:<\/span><\/p>\n Cyberattacks are evolving, the targets change frequently and the risks and threats are not going to go away if we pretend they do not exist. For businesses,<\/span> they should not sit back and wait to be breached<\/span><\/a> but they should be encouraged to keep on the front foot and lower their risks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n MSSPs focusing on selling compliance that delivers lowered risk of cyber attack is a great opportunity in the ever-expanding, digitally connected marketplace. Being proactive has great commercial benefits for them and their clients. It can build recurring revenue streams and a sustainable reputation for the MSSPs. For businesses, the benefits or a reduced risk profile are clear.<\/span><\/p>\n CyberSmart Active Protect <\/span><\/a>provides everything your clients need to protect their businesses around the clock.\u00a0 If you would like to learn more about how we can help you sell proactive security, feel free to<\/span> reach out to us.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" When it comes to cybersecurity, MSSPs traditionally provide two standard services: proactive or reactive. Some businesses prefer the reactive approach and require a fix for security issues only when they…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":6520,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,49],"tags":[26,9,62,43,28,35,101],"yoast_head":"\nThe Reactive vs. Proactive Approach<\/b><\/h2>\n
Drawbacks of Reactive Cybersecurity<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Proactive Cybersecurity Compliance<\/b><\/h2>\n
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