Cybersecurity Checklist for Augusta Businesses
A comprehensive security checklist to protect your CSRA business from cyber threats and ensure data security.
Implementation Priorities
Immediate (This Week)
- Enable MFA on all business accounts
- Update all software and operating systems
- Change default passwords on routers and devices
- Install antivirus on all computers
Short Term (This Month)
- Implement automated backup system
- Conduct employee security training
- Review and update access permissions
- Create incident response procedures
Long Term (Next 3 Months)
- Deploy comprehensive monitoring tools
- Conduct security audit and penetration testing
- Implement advanced threat detection
- Develop disaster recovery plan
Complete Security Checklist
Use this comprehensive checklist to evaluate and improve your business cybersecurity posture.
Basic Security Fundamentals
- Install and maintain antivirus software on all devices
- Enable automatic software updates for operating systems
- Use strong, unique passwords for all accounts
- Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) everywhere possible
- Secure your Wi-Fi network with WPA3 encryption
- Regularly update router firmware and change default passwords
- Install security updates for all business software
- Use a reputable password manager for the entire team
Employee Training & Awareness
- Conduct regular cybersecurity awareness training
- Train employees to identify phishing emails
- Establish clear social media and internet usage policies
- Create incident reporting procedures
- Implement clean desk policies for sensitive information
- Train staff on proper handling of customer data
- Conduct simulated phishing tests quarterly
- Provide security guidelines for remote work
Data Protection & Backup
- Implement automated daily backups of all critical data
- Store backup copies in multiple locations (3-2-1 rule)
- Test backup restoration procedures monthly
- Encrypt sensitive data both in transit and at rest
- Classify data based on sensitivity levels
- Implement secure file sharing solutions
- Establish data retention and disposal policies
- Monitor data access and usage patterns
Network & System Security
- Install and configure business-grade firewalls
- Implement network segmentation for sensitive systems
- Monitor network traffic for suspicious activity
- Use VPN for remote access to business systems
- Regularly scan for vulnerabilities
- Implement endpoint detection and response (EDR)
- Secure all IoT devices and smart office equipment
- Maintain an inventory of all connected devices
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