Journey to Zero Trust: 2025 Update

Zero Trust security is evolving, and organizations must adapt. The 2025 Microsoft Zero Trust Maturity Model outlines key security updates, including Microsoft Entra ID, Defender XDR, and Purview data protection. Learn how to implement a modern security framework and achieve a fully optimized Zero Trust architecture.
Purview Secure by Default: Jumpstart Your Data Governance

Microsoft Purview Secure by Default helps small and mid-sized businesses implement data governance efficiently. By following a structured framework, organizations can deploy sensitivity labeling, data loss prevention (DLP), and Insider Risk Management (IRM) without requiring a dedicated compliance team. Learn how Purview can help protect sensitive data, prevent AI oversharing, and ensure compliance while gradually increasing governance controls.
Privileged Identity Management Best Practices: Mastering Cloud Security

Privileged Identity Management (PIM) is critical for securing administrator accounts, SSH keys, and service credentials against cyber threats. By enforcing least privilege, Zero Trust principles, and role-based access controls (RBAC), businesses can reduce risk and prevent unauthorized access. Learn how PIM solutions integrate with IAM, CASBs, and cloud platforms to strengthen security across hybrid environments.
Summarizing Digital Defense Reports for 2024

Recent reports paint an alarming and complex cybersecurity landscape, from technical debt to social factors like workplace reorganization. Navigating this shifting environment may feel like playing whack-a-mole. With 68% of breaches occurring due to human error this year alone, adversaries are leveraging modern technology and psychological techniques to exploit security measures. Microsoft Digital Defense Report […]
Cloud Identities and Security: Mastering Cloud Security

Cloud identity security is critical for protecting hybrid environments, remote workforces, and B2B collaboration. Learn how Zero Trust and IAM best practices strengthen cloud security, prevent unauthorized access, and enhance compliance.
Zero Trust and Putting Identity First: Mastering Cloud Security

Building an Identity Zero Trust Strategy ensures security aligns with business priorities. Learn how to integrate IAM best practices and modern access controls for Zero Trust security.
A Cybersecurity Close Call: How We Detected and Contained the Threat

eGroup’s MSSP team stopped a coordinated ransomware attack before encryption could begin. Learn how real-time threat detection and collaboration led to a fast, secure outcome.
Achieving Successful Data Governance Is More Organizational Than Technical

Data governance isn’t just a technical challenge—it’s an organizational one. This guide breaks down the critical roles, responsibilities, and training needed to ensure your Microsoft Purview deployment delivers meaningful, lasting compliance and data protection.
Implementing CISA’s SCuBA Project In Your Cloud

CISA’s SCuBA initiative delivers guidance and tools to secure cloud environments like Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. Learn how to apply these baselines and assess your security posture using the TRA, eVRF, and ScubaGear tools.
December 2024 Newsletter
December 2024 Newsletter Table of Contents Wrapping up 2024—and Looking Ahead to 2025 As we close out the year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the IT news stories that shaped the industry. From groundbreaking advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing to escalating cybersecurity challenges and new technologies, 2024 has been a year […]