Looking to hire a cybersecurity consultant? Questions to keep in mind.

Successfully Navigate the Security & Threat Landscape with UDTSecure Cybersecurity Professional Services

Cyber attacks are on the rise, and it’s important to keep your business protected. With so many different kinds of attacks, it may be difficult to see which strategies may be best for your business, and which consultants can provide tailored solutions.

What services are covered?

Depending on the consulting service, there are many ways a Cybersecurity consultant can assist. Assessments, for example, include a wide range of services, ranging from analyzing risks and vulnerabilities to investigating data breaches. Penetration tests and compliance-based assessments are also available as services.

What certifications does your team hold?

There are many certifications that modern security professionals need, including Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH). Typically, consultants are required to keep their professional certifications and licenses active.

How familiar are you with compliance and regulations?

Each industry has specific regulations that need to be taken into consideration. For example, the healthcare industry needs to be HIPAA compliant, while the financial industry needs to remain PCI-DSS compliant. Knowing which regulations impact your business is crucial to understanding which assets to secure and the risks.

Why UDT?

UDT’ UDTSecure cybersecurity suite of services and solutions includes a broad set of comprehensive professional security assessments and managed security services that help organizations of all sizes and industries protect mission critical assets against today’s most sophisticated cyber attacks.

Want to learn more? For more information regarding UDTSecure’s cybersecurity consultants or suite of services, please call 1-800-882-9919 or download our brochure below.

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