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We have to be turning our attention to how do we ensure the resilience of our organisations, because we will be attacked. So how are we going to get back up and running, protect the information essential to our businesses

Why Resilience Matters

Technical infrastructure depends on more than just supplier relationships. An organisation’s internal processes, frameworks, and implementation quality are critical in determining how well it can withstand and recover from security incidents.

Security leaders must begin to move beyond the outdated, software-centric stance ‘Secure by design’ towards a more holistic ‘Resilience by Design’ mindset

Three key questions to consider when building a foundation for resilience:

  • Is my data asset inventory accurate and up to date?
  • Do I have JML (joiners, movers, leavers) processes in place?
  • Do my security technologies exist to detect anomalies AND protect my IT infrastructure?

ISF Resources to support the development of a ‘resilient by design’ organisation

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Standard of Good Practice for Information Security

A comprehensive, internationally-recognised security framework that guides organisations to better cyber security.

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The Benchmark

Benchmark against peers to identify core areas of security that require attention and maximise return on investment.

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Controls, Policies and Standards Support

Develop, validate and improve your security controls and policies to create standards that staff across the business can easily follow.

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Further Reading - Resilient by Design is the Way Forward

In this expert opinion piece, ISF Head of Research, Paul Holland outlines the essential steps and considerations that security leaders need to ensure their organisation is well-positioned for cyber resilience.

 

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STEVE DURBIN'S PERSPECTIVE ON RESILIENCE

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