Ongoing and One Time IT Security Services
No matter what your organization does or who it serves, it’s a potential target of cybercrime. Even small and mid-market companies are attractive to hackers because these businesses may not prioritize cybersecurity. Unfortunately, industry research shows that every business, no matter its size, should be mindful of IT security.
Convergence Networks specializes in IT security solutions. Our Security Services division offers both ongoing services and one-time engagements.
Three Ways to Ensure IT Security for Your Business
As your IT security partner, Convergence Networks follows three broad steps in safeguarding your critical data and assets:
- Equip: We identify gaps and implement best practices to help ensure your organization is protected.
- Educate: We help you build a culture of cybersecurity awareness with continuous training for your team.
- Expand: Get a clear view of where your IT security stands and how it can be used to give you a competitive advantage.
What Can IT Security Do for You?
The benefits of IT security are clear. With managed and professional services from the Convergence Networks team, you can:
- Detect threats faster.
- Follow a well-developed IT security roadmap.
- Keep security awareness top-of-mind with employees.
Zero Trust IT Security
With Zero Trust security from Convergence, you can protect your environment from internal and external threats. This minimally invasive approach offers you a high degree of visibility and control while only allowing verified applications into your network.
Rely on application controls to keep out anything that hasn’t been explicitly approved; including programs, malware and ransomware. Our technology protects your data by making it harder for bad actors to access. Plus, storage control solutions give you the ability to block unauthorized removal of your data.
Count on Us for Compliance Concerns
The Convergence Networks team offers expertise in meeting these compliance frameworks:
- CMMC
- NIST CSF
- PCI
- HIPAA
- FERPA
- Cybersecure Canada
- UK Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
The Tools You Need for IT Security
IT security tools, also known as cybersecurity tools, are software and hardware solutions designed to protect computer systems, networks and data from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification or destruction. Used together, these tools play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring business continuity and mitigating the risks of cyber threats.
The specific tools used by your organization will depend on your size, industry, budget and risk profile. It’s important to take a layered security approach that combines multiple tools and techniques to provide comprehensive protection for your organization. An IT security consultant can help organizations assess their current needs and recommend the most appropriate tools to meet their specific requirements in terms of security.
Convergence Networks offers a robust line-up of IT security tools, including:
- Firewalls.
- Intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
- Virtual private networks (VPNs).
- Web application firewalls (WAFs).
- Antivirus/anti-malware software.
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
- Data loss prevention (DLP) software.
- Vulnerability scanners.
- Penetration testing tools.
- Patch management software.
- Single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Privilege access management (PAM) solutions.
- Security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.
- Security orchestration, automation and response (SOAR) solutions.
- Disk encryption software.
- File/folder encryption software.
- Email encryption software.
- Web filtering software.
- Password managers.
- Security awareness training platforms.
IT Security: A Journey, Not a Destination
In today’s landscape, IT security can’t be a “set it and forget it” task. It must adapt according to evolving threats.
Also, you should keep in mind that cybersecurity is not just the IT department’s concern: It’s a responsibility everyone in your organization shares. To be truly comprehensive, your IT security should include security awareness training, phishing simulations and penetration testing.
Put your business on the right path with IT security from Convergence. Keep up with current threats by making the necessary modifications and taking advantage of today’s advancements in cybersecurity. Let’s work together to build a more secure tomorrow for your business with IT security services. Contact us today to find out more about our services and keep your business, customers, employees and partners safe.
Why Choose Convergence Networks for IT Security?
- Our team includes hand-selected professionals who understand how to serve customers. We provide leading IT expertise and a genuine interest in solving your technical challenges so your organization can grow.
- We are a security-first IT services firm. We provide organizations with sound strategies and plans for technology that will positively impact their business.
- When we partner with you, we focus first on your business goals and requirements before recommending solutions.
- Convergence cares: Our core mission as a company is to help and empower people.
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Managed IT Services
As a set of cybersecurity strategies, IT security works to prevent unauthorized access to an organization’s assets, including its computers, networks and data. IT security maintains the integrity and confidentiality of any sensitive information an organization holds and blocks cybercriminals’ access to that information.
- Data availability.
- Data integrity.
- Data confidentiality
IT security consulting, often referred to as cybersecurity consulting, is a specialized field within the IT industry. It focuses on evaluating the security risks and vulnerabilities of an organization’s computer systems, networks, and software. Security consultants, who might also be called information security consultants, network security consultants, or database security consultants, design and implement tailored solutions to safeguard against cyberattacks and other digital threats.
IT security consultants specialize in protecting organizations’ digital assets and information from cyber threats. Their responsibilities typically include:
- Risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.
- Security strategy and planning.
- Implementation and management of security solutions.
- Security awareness and training.
- Compliance and governance.
- Incident response and remediation.
- Staying up to date with the threat landscape and IT security trends.
It’s important to remember that cyber threats aren’t just something big corporations and governments need to worry about. Small to mid-sized businesses are rich targets for cybercriminals, too. Unfortunately, evidence shows that small businesses are more vulnerable to attacks, oftentimes because they may lack the security resources to protect themselves as well as they should.
- Do you have experience in our industry?
- Can you provide case studies or references that demonstrate your success?
- What security-related certifications have you earned?
