Author Archives: Brightline IT

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How to Create a Cybersecurity Awareness Program for Your Organization

Did you know that October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month? This month is the perfect time to discover ways to keep our systems more secure to prevent cyber attacks or data breaches from affecting our businesses and businesses that we interact with from all over. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to take time this month to […]
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Navigating Compliance: Essential Guidelines for Military Contractors

Businesses and organizations that partner with the US military on different projects have the duty and responsibility to protect the information they are entrusted with and maintain strong physical and online security throughout their company. In order to clarify these expectations and make sure data and systems stay secure, the DoD has created compliance standards […]
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The Role of AI in Cybersecurity: Opportunities and Challenges in Securing Our World

AI is taking the world by storm. From creative art projects to virtual research partners, it’s changed our technology, education, and security practices forever.  With these science-fiction-level developments comes a lot of debate: Can AI cybersecurity actually protect me better than traditional approaches? Am I at risk of violating compliance and privacy standards with AI? […]
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Enhancing Business Collaboration with Public Cloud Services: Tools and Best Practices

The cloud has become increasingly popular in recent years and is now practically essential for any organization. And for good reason—with its enhanced security and capabilities for remote access, it perfectly addresses today’s workplace needs. Businesses of all industries can benefit from public cloud managed services, from real-time inventory management for retailers with multiple locations […]
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ITAR and Technology Transfers: What Companies Should Know to Maintain Compliance

Compliance can be one of the most frustrating aspects of business, but it’s also one of the most important. Staying compliant protects you from cyber threats, loss of clientele, hits to your reputation, sizable fines, and even criminal charges in some cases. If your business deals with technology imports and exports, you have a particular […]
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Tips for Building a Reliable Information Security Strategy for Your Business

For business owners and managers everywhere, cybersecurity can be one of the most difficult challenges to navigate. Knowing where to get started on safeguarding your network, what services are necessary, and how cybersecurity should interact with the rest of your company is a complex issue. Developing an information security strategy is a great way to […]
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Public Cloud Services and Data Privacy: Keeping Your Information Secure

Your business’s data is one of its most precious assets. Without it, your organization can’t run properly. And without proper protection, you can lose sensitive information, client trust, precious funds, and your positive reputation to hackers. Proper protection is key to managing your data, especially when it’s stored in a public cloud. Let’s take a […]
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Understanding the False Claims Act (FCA) in Relation to NIST and CMMC

The False Claims Act (FCA) was first passed during the Civil War, but it’s been used most commonly over the past 40 years. It allows citizens to report individuals or organizations who submit some sort of “false claim” and sue them for fraud on behalf of the government. Like many business owners, you probably find […]
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Incident Response Planning for Small Businesses: Be Prepared, Not Panicked

Weekly reports, team meetings, slowed connection, blocked access, halting systems—an everyday work shift can quickly become a nightmare when you’re faced with a cybersecurity incident. It can be easy to panic in moments like these, especially if you’re not sure what you’re up against or the best way to respond. Taking a proactive approach is […]
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Importance of Choosing a Cybersecurity Framework: Building Your Plan From That Foundation

In our hyper-connected world of technology, safeguarding your business from cyber threats is more critical than ever. At the heart of this defense is a robust cybersecurity framework. But what exactly does that mean, and why is choosing the right cybersecurity framework so vital for your business? What Is a Cybersecurity Framework? A cybersecurity framework […]