How can you secure your non for profit organization, and implement a cyber security framework:

Securing a nonprofit organization requires a risk-based approach to cybersecurity management. Nonprofits can benefit from utilizing established guidance and best practices from the business world, regulatory guidelines, and international standards to conduct risk analyses, perform internal assessments, and implement long-term security strategies. At BLACKSAND, we implement ISO 27001 for all our nonprofit clients.

To ensure the security of your nonprofit, we will assess your environment and take inventory of the data you collect. This will help you understand the sensitive data you store and how it is used, stored, and protected. Our assessment will focus on three key areas: risk assessment, data security program, and network security.

Risk Assessment: To target vulnerabilities and focus limited resources, we will understand the sensitive data stored and the activities that put your organization at risk, such as using credit cards or submitting payroll to third-party providers.

Data Security Program: To ensure the protection of sensitive data, we will implement a data security program that includes awareness, training, procedures, and an incident response plan.

Network Security: Wireless technologies such as bring-your-own-devices can pose a risk to your organization’s network, so we will secure it and have plans in place in case of a data breach. A third-party consultant can help set this up in an efficient and cost-effective manner.