How to Oversee a Business Security Audit

Are you a business that has been putting off a business security audit? If so, here is how to oversee a successful audit to protect your company's assets.

Keyword(s): business security

The safety of your assets is the most important part of your business. 

Still, many people are hesitant to oversee a security audit. Sure, they require time and money. Others are scared to see what they reveal. 

Here's the good news: it doesn't have to be a big hassle. Your audit can be a quick way to find out what steps you should take, not a huge burden. 

There are steps you can take to make your business security audit quicker and more effective for you. Here's how.  

Determine Your Goals 

Before you oversee any business security audit, it's important to know exactly what you need to get out of it. And that's up to you.

If you're stumped, think about questions you've had while thinking about security. 

What do you worry about when you're not around your business?

During open business hours, what anxieties do you have about your inventory? 

What inventory is most valuable to you?

The questions you have should define the answers you want from an audit. 

When you oversee the audit, make sure that you have communicated with the auditor about your goals. That way, they'll know what to look for and what information to provide to you.

Of course, that only works if you have a decent auditor.  

Oversee Legitimate Auditors

When you oversee your audit, you need to trust the auditor. 

How do you find the right one for you? First, read up on the different kinds of audits, and what kind you'll need. 

Whether a person, company or computer program, it's important that the audit will come from a place of experience.

While everyone needs to learn, your security shouldn't be checked by somebody with limited experience.  

Another factor to consider is expertise. What kind of audits do they usually perform?

Once you've found the right auditor for you, you'll be able to tell them exactly what you want. 

Receive the Right Business Security Audit Report

As explained earlier, it's important for you to have your basic information needs met in your security audit.

But you don't want to oversee too much auditing. "Too much of a good thing" is a phrase that definitely applies here.  

You want your audit report to be understandable. That means efficiency with words and pages. 

But it also means that you don't want necessary information. 

Communicate clearly with your auditor about the kinds of information you need, and just as importantly, what you don't need. 

The last thing you need is to be bogged down with a bunch of information you don't need.

That could be a headache to get through, and it could raise costs. 

It's yet another reason to think through any audit before you oversee it. 

It's the Right Move for Any Business

While security measures have improved with changing technology, thieves are always adapting to the times. 

You may not be worried, for example, about a thief falling through the ceiling of your business while trying to rob it. 

But that does happen. 

More realistically, you should be very aware of any security issues you have so that you can fix them.

You're one step closer to have a more secure business. Continue browsing to find the right security solutions for you!  

5 Precautionary Measures for Business Security

Are you a business owner or someone responsible with the protection of company assets? Here are 5 precautionary measures to step up your business security.

Keyword(s): Business Security

All computers are vulnerable to a cyber attack!

Did you know 60% of small businesses impacted by a cyber attack are unable to recover and that the average cost to respond to a cyber attack can be upwards of $1,882,670?

Evidently, a cyber attack or any other security breach can cause a lot of damage to your business. To make sure you're protected, we're sharing 5 precautionary measures for business security. Read on!

1) Software protection

It's important to have a firewall, anti-malware/spyware, and anti-virus protection on all computers. Although it sounds like common sense, 1 in 10 PC users and 75% of Mac users are not protected.

The best choice for a business is to use a paid version that can run on many machines. Make sure to update these programs to catch all the latest malware that can infect your devices.

2) Password encryption

Every employee should use a password or PIN to get into secure devices.

You should become a password manager and create unique passwords for each user. There is software that can help in these endeavors.

Two-step authentication is a second layer of security that can stop potential hackers. Make sure your business has many two-step barriers, especially for business and private e-mail systems.

Encrypt hard drives with disk volume encryption support. This makes the files on your computer hard to access in case of theft. Windows and Mac include free disk volume encryption support programs.

You should encrypt your e-mails and the documents you send. Password protection, secure cloud services, and Microsoft Office add-ons can protect attachments.

3) Go on lockdown

It's crucial to have your business and devices under lockdown.

Devices should be secure or put away as an extra precautionary measure. Rack mount servers and fixtures, such as a cable lock, can make a computer almost impossible to move.

Handhelds should be locked in a safe or carried with the employee. Motion sensing alarms are a great way to keep track of handhelds.

Lock your server room doors and have restricted access policies in place. Ensure there's an authentication system to keep the room secure.

Security cameras can keep a watchful eye over the premises. Cameras can also send notifications in case it detects unwarranted motion.

Track what goes on in your network. Delete old user accounts, limit employee file access, and if needed remove drives. Some companies can provide monitoring services.

Make sure to shred discarded documents.

4) Don't skip the backups

Backups are essential because ransomware can take your files hostage. While you can't always secure your servers, you can ensure you don't lose critical data.

Always make sure you backup your data even to save yourself from a disk drive failure. Routinely check that your backups are safe and in order.

It's a good idea to keep your backups off-site and secure.

5) Train your staff to boost business security

Your first line of defense is always your staff. Teach your employees about the importance of security so they can have a sense of ownership and responsibility.

Make sure to keep your precautionary plans updated. It's always better to be safe than sorry.

For your business security needs, feel free to contact Reliable Chimes to find out how we can protect you. We're only a phone call or email away!

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