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What is a Security Risk Assessment?
A security risk assessment evaluates the information security risks posed by the applications and technologies an organization develops and uses. An essential part of enterprise risk management is the cybersecurity risk assessment, explicitly identifying potential threats to information systems, devices, applications, and networks. A risk analysis is completed for each identified risk, and security controls […]
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March 16, 2024
Post-SOC 2 Gap Analysis: Next Steps for Full Compliance
Achieving SOC 2 compliance demonstrates to customers that your organization takes data security and privacy seriously. The journey to achieve SOC 2 compliance, however, is not easy. For example, when you perform a preliminary assessment to determine your current state of security, you’re likely to find multiple gaps between that current state and what SOC […]
March 14, 2024
Best Industry Practices for Maintaining SOC 2 Compliance
As data breaches and cyberattacks become more widespread, most businesses are making information security and data privacy a top priority. That means they want to know whether your business can be trusted with their sensitive information. SOC 2 compliance is one of the most effective methods to instill that confidence. SOC 2 Compliance Explained SOC […]
March 11, 2024
The Role of Self-Attestation in Compliance: Benefits and Challenges
Self-attestations are an increasingly popular tool for cybersecurity compliance frameworks such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) directives. The idea is that organizations attest to meeting specific security controls and requirements without third-party validation. For any frameworks that encourage the practice, attestation […]
March 7, 2024
The Top GRC Software of 2024: Expert Reviews & Comparisons
In today’s complex cybersecurity environment, the need for robust governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC) strategies has never been higher. With evolving regulations, heightened security threats, and complex compliance requirements, organizations are turning to GRC software so that they can meet their objectives efficiently and effectively. That said, your choices for GRC software are many. […]
March 6, 2024
Optimizing Compliance Management With the Best GRC Software
To optimize compliance management within an organization, it’s crucial to select the right governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software for your business. This guide will review the importance of GRC software, how it helps with compliance management, what essential features to look for, and which GRC solutions are top-rated for 2024, with a special focus […]
March 4, 2024
The Importance of Tracking Complementary User Entity Controls
As organizations increasingly rely on third-party service providers for critical business functions, evaluating and monitoring those providers’ SOC 2 reports have become an important part of vendor risk management. In this blog post, we will review the role of “complementary user entity controls” (CUECs) in SOC 2 reports; best practices for determining and mapping your […]
March 1, 2024
Steps to Creating a Statement of Applicability (SOA)
A Statement of Applicability (SOA) is a document you draft as part of achieving compliance with ISO 27001 and other ISO standards. The SOA reviews the internal controls you have decided to include in your information security management system (ISMS) and why you selected those controls. Writing a thoughtful, comprehensive SOA is crucial to your […]
February 29, 2024
ZenGRC Pricing for SMBs: Affordable Compliance Solutions
Navigating the complexities of Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) is a critical challenge for Small and Medium-sized Businesses (SMBs) in the digital age. The high costs of not using a GRC tool can significantly impact operational efficiency and financial stability. ZenGRC, developed by RiskOptics, presents a cloud-based solution that simplifies these challenges and offers […]
February 28, 2024
What Are Audit Procedures for Internal Controls?
Audit procedures are the processes and methods auditors use to obtain sufficient, appropriate audit evidence to give their professional judgment about the effectiveness of an organization’s internal controls. Internal controls are the mechanisms and standards businesses use to protect their sensitive data and IT systems or to provide accountability on financial statements and accounting records. […]
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