GuidePoint Security

With the continued development of new integrations and frameworks, application-level controls can become as robust as large computer networks. Yet despite these complexities, many organizations neglect the critical practice of multi-role testing—creating blind spots and allowing common, easily exploitable vulnerabilities to threaten an application. Austin Turecek, Principal Application Security Consultant at GuidePoint Security, shares how you can use multi-role testing to strengthen your #AppSec in our new blog: https://okt.to/GJbV8g #ApplicationSecurity #Cybersecurity

What’s the biggest challenge shaping your #cybersecurity strategy in 2025? Vote below to see how your priorities stack up—and don’t miss our January Brick House Roundtable to hear expert insights on these trends and more. 📍January 7 | Cyber Trends Shaping the Market in 2025 | Hosted by Gary Brickhouse, CISO 🔗 Register now: https://lnkd.in/gTzd4GKg

For this week’s Pay-It-Forward nomination, Zachary Sheaffer selected Jaylan Williams, MBA , CSM, Project Manager at GuidePoint Security. Zachary highlighted how Jaylan consistently lives our core values, writing: “Always Challenge Ourselves and Have Fun Doing It! - Jaylan demonstrates a willingness to adjust to change and meet new challenges head on. Jaylan displays creativity when it comes to problem-solving and works diligently to develop solutions to address complex problems. Take Ownership and Complete Our Mission - Jaylan recently worked on some high-visibility projects in which his communication has been exemplary. Jaylan proactively engages with stakeholders to ensure projects remain on track…he truly embraces this core value.” Please join us in congratulating Jaylan!

The long-awaited date is here—is your organization ready for CMMC 2.0? Compliance is no longer optional for U.S. Department of Defense (#DoD) contractors. Dan Mengel, Practice Director, Compliance at GuidePoint Security, breaks down the updated framework and how you can prepare in our latest blog: https://okt.to/dQoAwk #CMMC #Cybersecurity

Today, we honor the incredible legacy of the U.S. National Guard as it celebrates its 388th birthday. Since 1636, the National Guard has stood as a beacon of resilience, service and dedication to protecting our nation and supporting our communities in times of need. Thank you for your service. #Guard388 #USNationalGuard #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere

The holiday season brings more than an uptick in celebrations—it’s also a peak period for cybercriminal activity. CISA has reported a notable rise in highly impactful #ransomware attacks occurring on and around U.S. holidays. It’s no longer a question of if your organization will be targeted, but when. Effective #IncidentResponse can make all the difference in minimizing the impact of cyber threats. Is your organization ready? Download our white paper, “Preparing Your Organization for Incident Response: Best Practices and Lessons Learned,” to find out how you can strengthen your incident response strategy. Discover methodologies to streamline incident management and ensure a quick recovery: https://okt.to/8AISpm

Last November, the New York State Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) updated its Cybersecurity Regulation, mandating that all financial institutions licensed in New York conduct an annual cybersecurity risk assessment. While this may seem like yet another daunting #compliance task, it presents a valuable opportunity to address and mitigate the most critical risks facing your organization. Authored by Will Klotz, MBA, CISSP, our latest blog unpacks the updated NYDFS 23 NYCRR Part 500 regulation and offers insights into making your risk assessments actionable—turning compliance into a catalyst for improvement. Read more ➡️ https://okt.to/g3zIDK

Unable to attend the latest Brick House? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Hear from GuidePoint Security experts Kevin Converse, Jonathan Villa, Robert Darwin and host Gary Brickhouse in our new on-demand webinar as they explore how integrating Identity and Access Management (#IAM) and Application Security (#AppSec) can strengthen your cloud security posture. Watch the full discussion for practical insights, key strategies and more: https://lnkd.in/gUwWb-jG

This week’s Pay-It-Forward nomination is from Troy Best for Zachary Sheaffer, Managing Security Consultant at GuidePoint Security. In his nomination, Troy shared how Zachary consistently exemplifies our company values, noting: “Challenge Yourself and Have Fun Doing It! - Zachary has been a cornerstone of the advocacy team since its inception. His consistent participation—whether through posting, sharing ideas, or engaging in training sessions and workshops—has enriched both the team and the company. While involvement with the team is voluntary, Zachary’s dedication highlights his commitment to adding value. No Jerks! - Throughout all my interactions with Zachary, he has consistently displayed an approachable, positive and professional demeanor. His willingness to share his expertise and genuinely support others is a reflection of GuidePoint’s “No Jerks” philosophy. His helpful and knowledgeable attitude has made working with him a pleasure. Please join us in congratulating Zachary!

Michael T. Gibson, P.A. was out of the office when he got the call: cybercriminals had targeted his law firm, delivering a #ransomware demand and encrypting the firm’s systems and sensitive data. At GuidePoint Security, we understand the stakes are high when it comes to protecting your business from cyber threats. Watch how the GuidePoint team negotiated a resolution within 48 hours of the initial attack to ensure Gibson’s law firm was quickly back up and running: https://okt.to/N1weoL