State of Security, by Access Point Consulting, brings together seasoned experts in the fields of security consulting, regulatory compliance, and security operations. Whether you’re a business leader, IT professional, or security enthusiast, this podcast offers valuable insights and actionable advice.
Learn more at accesspointconsulting.com.
State of Security, by Access Point Consulting, brings together seasoned experts in the fields of security consulting, regulatory compliance, and security operations. Whether you’re a business leader, IT professional, or security enthusiast, this podcast offers valuable insights and actionable advice.
Learn more at accesspointconsulting.com.

The conversation focuses on the importance of cyber hygiene and basic security practices. The panelists discuss the need for organizations to prioritize cyber hygiene and ensure that basic security measures, such as patch management, password hygiene, and access control, are in place. They emphasize the role of both organizational and personal behavior in maintaining cyber hygiene. The panelists also highlight the significance of managing third-party and supply chain relationships in cyber hygiene. They stress the importance of asset management and monitoring in maintaining cyber hygiene. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the role of compliance audits and the need for improvements in security and cyber hygiene practices.
00:00 Introduction and Panelist Introductions
02:06 Importance of Cyber Hygiene and Basic Security Practices
05:26 Cyber Hygiene Program and Safeguards
08:16 Insider Threat and Importance of Managing Service Accounts
10:10 Cyber Hygiene in Third-Party and Supply Chain Relationships
13:32 Asset Management and Monitoring in Cyber Hygiene
24:05 The Role of Compliance Audits in Cyber Hygiene
30:17 Improvements in Security and Cyber Hygiene
35:30 Leveraging Personnel and Monitoring in Cyber Hygiene
38:26 Importance of Regular Assessment and Training in Cyber Hygiene