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IT Audit & Compliance

IT Audit & Compliance

Retain us for Proactive Cyber Security and Financial services for StateRAMP, GAAP, FedRAMP, CMMC, PCI, HIPAA, NIST-FISMA, 800-53, 800-171, CJIS , DFARS , SOC 1, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001, NERC CIP, SOX 404, C5 and others.

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IT Risk Assessment & Management

IT Risk Assessment & Management

Defending against today's cyber threat landscape and financial fraud requires a Proactive Integrated Risk Management (IRM) strategy, a real-time approach to assessing and managing risk and diligent attention to details.

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IT Policies & Governance

IT Policies & Governance

Governance is the foundation for ALL Proactive Cyber Security, Financial Compliance and Policy programs by outlining the structure, authority, and processes needed to execute the organization's mission to remain compliant.

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Vulnerability & Penetration Testing

Vulnerability & Penetration Testing

Identify threats first with proactive cyber security vulnerability and penetration testing services you need to find and prevent risks to your business before hackers or malicious insiders do.

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Cybervisor® Advisory Services

Cybervisor® Advisory Services

Start-ups to multinationals across all business sectors depend on our preeminently qualified proactive cyber security assistance to implement effective controls and countermeasures.

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Awareness & Training

Awareness & Training

Engage with our Human Hacking Awareness, Red Team Attack Simulation, Insider Threat, Secure Coding and awareness training programs to promote Proactive Cyber Security© internally and globally.

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Expert Publications

common criteria featured
Common Criteria and NIST Evaluation
Audit & Compliance Awareness
Lazarus Alliance

The Common Criteria, recognized worldwide, provides a standardized framework for evaluating the security attributes of IT products and systems. From defining security requirements to testing and verifying products against these requirements, the Common Criteria assure that the evaluation process is rigorous, repeatable, and thorough.

To ensure the success of the program on a national basis, organizations in those locales will manage certified labs that can test for Common Criteria standards. One such organization and program in the United States is the National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program, or NVLAP).

This article will discuss Common Criteria and how they are managed under NVLAP. 

 

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What Is SOC 2 with Additional Subject Matter (SOC 2+)?
Audit & Compliance Awareness
Lazarus Alliance

The Service Organization Control 2 (SOC 2) report has become, for many organizations and industries, the gold standard in security and integrity. While SOC 2 can be relatively comprehensive, more than the basic SOC 2 may be needed as regulatory and industry landscapes evolve. Enter SOC 2+, also known as a SOC 2 report with additional subject matter. 

By incorporating additional subject matter from other compliance frameworks or regulations, SOC 2+ offers a more comprehensive overview of an organization’s control environment. But what does SOC 2+ entail, and how can organizations prepare for this audit? This article will demystify SOC 2+ compliance and provide practical guidance on navigating this complex but critical process.

 

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FedRAMP High featured
FedRAMP High Impact Level and Unique NIST Controls
Audit & Compliance Awareness
Lazarus Alliance

In the era of digitization, the security of cloud services, particularly those engaged with federal agencies, is paramount. The government uses the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP)–to ensure cloud services meet stringent security standards to protect federal data. 

This article will dig into the intricacies of the FedRAMP High Impact Level and its relevance for different organizations. Whether you are a federal agency, a CSP, or a government contractor, understanding the FedRAMP High Impact Level is crucial to navigating the evolving landscape of cloud security.

 

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HIPAA, Security Incidents, and Reportable Events
Audit & Compliance Awareness
Lazarus Alliance

In the interconnected world of digital health information, safeguarding Protected Health Information is paramount. Healthcare providers must legally follow the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) to protect patient privacy and maintain trust, and this compliance includes understanding what it means to identify and deal with security incidents.

Among these, the concepts of security incidents, reportable events, and the implementation of the Breach Notification Rule are particularly critical. These aspects of HIPAA are at the heart of ensuring that health information remains confidential and that violations are promptly addressed and communicated appropriately.

This article explains the obligations of HIPAA-covered entities and their business associates under the Breach Notification Rule regarding reportable events. We will explore how to identify security incidents, determine their severity, ascertain if they constitute a reportable event, and understand the necessary steps for notification during a breach.

 

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