Feb 24, 2022
Cloud Computing, Security
After moving to the Cloud, most organizations mistakenly assume that their cloud hosting provider takes over their security. This assumption puts the organization at greater risk of breaches that necessitate Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM). A CSPM solution available to…
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Jan 26, 2022
Active Directory, Azure, Cloud Computing
Microsoft licensing, especially Azure Active Directory licensing, can be confusing for some businesses. As Microsoft continues to add various license options to establish themselves across industry verticals (e.g., F1 for first-line workers, GCC for governments, etc.), trying to figure out…
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Jan 06, 2022
Cloud Computing, Office 365, Security
Several high-profile attacks early in the year made cybersecurity one of the first orders of business for the incoming Biden administration. With an executive order, President Biden ordered several federal government agencies to put together plans to strengthen the nation’s…
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Jul 30, 2021
Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Virtualization, Windows
By the end of 2021, there will be three very unique versions of Windows available; Windows 11, Windows 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop (Previously Windows Virtual Desktop). In the past, we’ve had things like Windows Edge IOT for Arm Processors…
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May 25, 2021
Cloud Computing, Finance, Office 365
Despite the numerous hurdles faced by the global economy due to the pandemic, the wheels of the financial sector kept on rolling. The acceleration of digital technology played a huge part in enabling the financial sector’s seamless operations. It enabled…
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Apr 05, 2021
Cloud Computing, Security
Cyber thieves are always evolving their arsenal at every technological advancement. Research proves that threats against diverse layers are increasing, and enterprises aren’t keen enough to keep them at bay. According to Microsoft’s Security Signals research, companies lag in curbing…
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Feb 22, 2021
Cloud Computing, Government Cloud, Security
Protecting the organization’s infrastructure is a critical priority for IT departments in every sector. Cybercrime statistics are sobering. Attacks occur at the rate of one attack every 39 seconds, and 81% of organizations surveyed underwent a successful unauthorized intrusion. Organizations that process and…
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Feb 09, 2021
Cloud Computing, Government Cloud, Security
What is CUI The Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) program was established by Executive Order 13556 on November 4, 2010, and standardized the way the executive branch handles unclassified information that requires safeguarding. Prior to the CUI program, departments and agencies…
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Oct 12, 2020
Cloud Computing, Security
When you’re managing a SaaS or cloud application, two of the most important questions you’ll be faced with are: “Who should have user access, and how do we grant it to them?” Determining who belongs in this group is not…
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Oct 05, 2020
Cloud Computing, Government Cloud, Security
Compliance with NIST 800-171 and DFARS requires two critical documents: The Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM or POA&M) and the System Security Plan (SSP). The SSP shows how a cloud service provider (CSP) meets security requirements. Further, the POAM…
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Aug 17, 2020
Azure, Cloud Computing, Security, Tech Talks
The following is a recap of our Agile IT Tech Talk entitled “Azure Security Center,” providing an overview of its many great features. To hear that Tech Talk and more like it, visit our Agile IT YouTube channel and subscribe. Azure Security…
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Aug 10, 2020
Azure, Cloud Computing, Government Cloud, Security
For the inaugural episode of our new show, “The Clearly Cloud Podcast”, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Microsoft’s Director of External Communications, David Pryor. What followed was nearly forty minutes of in-depth discussion about privacy, security, and tech…
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