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The CyberCall

Virtual CISOs – Do MSPs need one?

06/27/2022
In this video, Gary, Andrew, and Carl Bickmore discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). They explore the challenges MSPs face in integrating security as a core part of their services, emphasizing the importance of culture and strategy over mere tool adoption. Carl shares insights from his experience at Snap Tech IT, highlighting the significance of operationalizing security practices and the potential benefits of engaging fractional CISOs to enhance security frameworks. The conversation delves into the critical need for MSPs to focus on internal security to protect their own operations as well as their clients’ businesses.
  • The importance of integrating security into the culture and strategy of an organization rather than relying solely on tools or vendors.
  • The challenge of finding and retaining security talent, emphasizing the need for community collaboration and leveraging external resources like fractional CISOs.
  • The necessity for MSPs to adopt a strategic business planning process, such as EOS, to successfully integrate security practices and remain competitive.
Andrew Morgan