Mastering Cybersecurity for Small Businesses With Terry Zemniak (S2024, E20)

Join Charly Leetham as she 'sits' down with Terry Zemniak, a seasoned expert with over 25 years of experience in the information security field to discuss Cyber Security and Small Business.

Terry's extensive background spans technical roles, compliance, and executive leadership, including a decade as an Information Security Officer for multi-billion dollar organizations across the United States. Now, Terry leverages his expertise as a fractional cybersecurity executive, helping small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) navigate and mitigate their cyber risks.

Charly and Terry explore the concept of a 'go wide' defense approach in cybersecurity, exploring how this strategy can bolster an organization's defenses against a myriad of threats. They also discuss the critical importance of Cyber Hygiene—what it is, why it matters, and how businesses can implement it effectively.

In addition, they also examine the dynamic between small businesses and their technology providers, clarifying where security responsibilities lie and how to foster a collaborative approach to cybersecurity.

Terry offers invaluable advice for small business leaders on identifying key areas to focus their attention, ensuring their limited resources are utilized most effectively to protect their digital assets.

Key Topics:

Understanding the 'go wide' defense approach in cybersecurity

The fundamentals of Cyber Hygiene and its importance

Navigating the relationship between small
businesses and technology providers

Strategies for SMB leaders to prioritize their cybersecurity efforts

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Connect with Terry:

Web: https://techcxo.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/terryziemniak/