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In this training, we will explore essential strategies that all small businesses should use to safeguard their operations. This includes guidelines, both technical and non-technical measures, and various solutions to protect your data and network. We'll also delve into prevalent threats today and discuss how inadequate cybersecurity could impact your business. 

Overall, investing in cybersecurity is not just a protective measure but also a strategic decision that contributes to the long-term success and resilience of small businesses in today's digital landscape.

The Texas South-West SBDC's have partnered together to bring you expert content to help your small business grow and succeed.

Speaker: 

Troy Richardson, CISSP, Senior Business Development Specialist - SBDC Center for Government Contracting 

***This is Part 2 of a five part IT & Cybersecurity Essentials series. This is an online-only event.***

Is your small business ready for a cyber attack? The Indiana SBDC reports that 88% of small business owners recognize their vulnerability to cyber-attacks, yet over 50% lack a cybersecurity response plan. Ignoring this threat is no longer an option. 

This webinar series will help you understand the threats facing small businesses, security language and acronyms, security measures to take, tools available, compliance requirements, and how to prepare for a cyber attack. 

Agenda for Part 2-Staff Training & Awareness:

• Employee Roles
• Training & Culture
• Tools to help
• Q&A

Our Presenter:

Kenny McMichael has over 18 years of experience in the IT industry working with small to midsize businesses. He is currently the IT Director and HIPPA Compliance Officer for the Digestive Care Center in Newburgh, IN. Kenny is an alumni of Ivy Tech and the University of Southern Indiana, a proud father of two young children, and a lover of technology.

Resources:

The Indiana SBDC has a robust toolkit available for small business owners. Visit https://isbdc.org/cybersecurity-resources/ to download the Cyber Workbook and make a plan to secure your business's valuable assets.

Fifth Third Bank is a sponsor of the Southwest Indiana SBDC and makes programming like this possible.

Post Covid-19 Small Businesses and Startups are challenged with the challenge of providing a secure and high performance work space for all collaborators.
2023 Small Business Cyber Issues Include:
1. Retooling for remote work created new vulnerabilities
2. Ransomware is more prevalent than before the pandemic
3. IoT and the supply chain has experienced new levels of cyber attacks
4. Expansion of cloud services increases complexity and depth of cyber attacks
5. Mobile computing and wearable’s are more of a target today
6. Phishing is a popular methodology for cyber terrorists
7. Insider threats are more prevalent than ever
8. Data privacy elevated to a primary organizational objective
9. Artificial Intelligence and Expert Systems becoming as component of cyber security
10. Cyber Cold war Security Perspectives

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How would you deal with a breach if and when it occurs? It can happen to anyone and any size business. Learn the signs you've been hacked, what to do, as well as how to safeguard your business operations including yourself, your employees, and your customers. It's time to grasp cybersecurity, and you'll learn the simple, straightforward steps from our experienced, engaging instructor.

This training will focus on cybersecurity awareness for small businesses and will cover:

- What is cybersecurity and information security?

- Understanding and managing business risks

- Safeguarding information (NIST cybersecurity framework)

- Working safely and securely: best practices for business

- Compliance, rules, and regulations overview

Cybersecurity Empowerment Workshop for Women Entrepreneurs! Join us for a 1-hour virtual session led by a top cybersecurity and legal expert Monsurat!! In this workshop we’ll unveil the essentials:

•  Cyber Threat Awareness
• Data Protection Strategies
• Legal Insights for Entrepreneurs

Don't miss this chance to fortify your business against digital risks. Secure your spot now!

Join us on Wednesday, May 15 for our next CISA Live! on LinkedIn. Andrew Scott, CISA’s Associate Director for China Operations will discuss why cyber actors from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) pose a significant threat to U.S. critical infrastructure.

Critical infrastructure owners and operators, stakeholders, and all participants will hear about CISA’s efforts to detect, prevent, and defend against PRC cyber actors' efforts to pre-position for disruptive or destructive attacks against U.S. critical infrastructure.

Learn about information, tools, technical assistance, and other resources available through CISA and bring your questions for the live Q&A.

We hope you can join us on May 15 at 11:30 am EST!

Join our cybersecurity expert as we discuss the fundamentals of how to provide an effective cyber security training to your staff.

Learn how to prevent and protect from data loss and data leakage resulting from cyber threats. At the end of the course, participants will have multiple, actionable steps to both recognize attacks as well as new behaviors that will thwart attacks.

Fee: Free.

Copy of the recording and materials will be sent to all attendees.

***This is Part 1 of a five part IT & Cybersecurity Essentials series. This is an online-only event.***

Is your small business ready for a cyber attack? The Indiana SBDC reports that 88% of small business owners recognize their vulnerability to cyber-attacks, yet over 50% lack a cybersecurity response plan. Ignoring this threat is no longer an option. 

This webinar series will help you understand the threats facing small businesses, security language and acronyms, security measures to take, tools available, compliance requirements, and how to prepare for a cyber attack. 

Agenda for Part 1-The Basics:

• Reviewing Cybersecurity
• MSP's and IT staff's role in security
• Basic security measures
• Q&A

Our Presenter:

Kenny McMichael has over 18 years of experience in the IT industry working with small to midsize businesses. He is currently the IT Director and HIPPA Compliance Officer for the Digestive Care Center in Newburgh, IN. Kenny is an alumni of Ivy Tech and the University of Southern Indiana, a proud father of two young children, and a lover of technology.

Join us for an insightful presentation on SMB Cybersecurity, where we will dive into the key principles and practices necessary to protect your small business from cyber threats. In this session, you will learn about the evolving cybersecurity landscape, common threats facing SMBs, and practical strategies to safeguard your business against cyber-attacks. From employee training and password management to network security and compliance considerations, we will cover essential topics tailored specifically to the needs of small and medium-sized businesses. Don't miss this opportunity to fortify your business's defenses and minimize the risks of cyber incidents.

Presenter: James Elliman Founder of Elliman Technologies LLC has been working on computers since he was in 5th grade installing antivirus for his neighbors. In 2019 he launched Elliman Technologies LLC with one goal in mind to simplify IT and more importantly simplify IT for small business.