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Top 5 Security Risks in Cloud Hosting and How Your Organization Can Overcome Them Cloud hosting has become a game-changer for organizations seeking flexibility and scalability. But with great power comes great responsibility (and risk!). Let’s break down five common security risks and practical ways to tackle them. 1. Data Breaches: Think of all the sensitive customer data your organization holds. Imagine if that fell into the wrong hands. Fix it: Encrypt everything—data at rest and in transit—and make multi-factor authentication mandatory for everyone. 2. Service Downtime: No one wants to deal with a system outage during peak business hours. A well-known retailer faced this issue during Black Friday, leading to massive losses. Fix it: Partner with a dependable cloud provider and have a disaster recovery plan ready to kick in when things go sideways. 3. Misconfigured Settings: Leaving a cloud storage bucket open by mistake? It’s more common than you think—and hackers love it. Fix it: Schedule regular security checks and let automated tools sniff out misconfigurations before hackers do. 4. Insider Threats: Sometimes, the danger comes from within—employees or contractors misusing access, intentionally or not. Fix it: Limit access based on roles, provide security training, and keep an eye on system logs for any unusual activity. 5. Weak Device Security: All those laptops, phones, and tablets accessing your cloud systems are weak spots if not properly secured. Fix it: Require strong passwords, keep devices updated, and enable remote-wipe features to protect lost or stolen devices. Cloud hosting is a powerful tool for your organization, but security has to be a priority. Taking these steps can help protect your data and keep operations running smoothly. 💡 Need expert support? Let New Light Technologies help you build secure, scalable cloud solutions. #CloudHosting #CyberSecurityTips #DataProtection #SecureYourBusiness #TechSolutions #NewLightTechnologies

📊 Explore the final 2020 Census data release on our blog! The Supplemental Demographic and Housing Characteristics File offers detailed insights into U.S. households and populations. Mary Pritts from New Light Technologies ensured the data's accuracy and accessibility. Dive into the full story for more on how these findings impact communities and decision-making. #CensusData #Demographics #DataPrivacy #NewLightTech https://hubs.la/Q02_-znm0

Census Bureau Releases Final 2020 Census Data Product https://hubs.la/Q02_-S1q0

𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘? 💡 The technology used to map your favorite hiking trails is also a vital tool in public health? From tracking disease spread to managing disaster responses, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) provide essential insights that help safeguard our communities. At New Light Technologies, we harness the power of GIS to address pressing public health challenges: ✅ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: By analyzing geographic and environmental data, we track the spread of infectious diseases and identify outbreak patterns. ✅ 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡: Our GIS tools pinpoint sources of air and water pollution, helping to mitigate risks to community health. ✅ 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲: We monitor agricultural landscapes to assess the impact of environmental changes on crop production, aiding efforts against malnutrition. ✅ 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞: In the wake of natural disasters, our GIS solutions play a critical role in coordinating effective aid distribution and recovery operations. Our work combines advanced GIS technology with environmental data to support health officials and policymakers in making informed decisions that protect and improve public health. Explore our projects and partnerships in more detail on our blog: https://hubs.la/Q02_HCBQ0 👉 Follow us for insights into how geospatial technology is powering advancements in public health. #PublicHealth #GIS #GeospatialTechnology #NewLightTechnologies

As we close out the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible work our team at New Light Technologies (NLT) has accomplished supporting our customers in the EmergencyManagement world. This year alone, we have rapidly and quietly deployed to respond to numerous disasters across the country and around the world. From wildfires and tornadoes to floods, hurricanes, and more, our team has been on the frontlines—delivering critical support to the people and communities most impacted. Our talented team, from Geospatial & Data Scientists to DevSecOps experts, has worked long days and nights to ensure our customers and partners can deliver fast, effective responses when it matters most. We’re proud to serve a diverse range of customers, including state and local governments, national agencies, and international organizations, helping them meet their missions with precision and speed. I also want to express deep gratitude to our partners—from consulting organizations to data providers—who make it possible for us to integrate, process, and deliver a wide range of data at incredible speed. Whether it’s satellite imagery, aerial data, or other mission-critical information, our collaborations ensure we can provide actionable insights and innovative solutions when the stakes are highest. For over 20 years, we’ve been trusted to deliver excellence, and we remain committed to continuously improving, innovating, and iterating to support our customers’ evolving needs. Thank you to our customers, partners, and incredible team for making a difference every single day. Here’s to another year of impactful work and meaningful partnerships! WISHING EVERYONE A HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON! Happy New Year! #DisasterResponse #GeospatialTechnology #DataScience #DevSecOps #EmergencyManagement #Resilience #Innovation #Partnerships #SatelliteData #AerialImagery #IntegratedSolutions #MissionDriven #GlobalImpact #ContinuousImprovement #GeospatialData #TechnologyForGood #Teamwork #CustomerFocus #RapidResponse #CommunitySupport

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗽: 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺! In today’s fast-paced world, finding the perfect talent can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But here’s a thought: what if the solution isn’t just about hiring more, but 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 and 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲? At New Light Technologies, we’ve learned that creating a 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 is more than just filling positions—it’s about 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆, fostering a 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘀𝗲𝘁, and offering opportunities for 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. Here’s what’s worked for us—and we’d love to hear your thoughts: 💡 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺: ✅ 𝗨𝗽𝘀𝗸𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗹𝘆: Focus on areas like Cloud Computing, Geospatial Technologies, Cybersecurity, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, and Project Management. What’s on your team’s radar for 2025? ✅ 𝗛𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿, 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: Look for professionals who align with your team’s vision and long-term goals and complement them with specialized talent for critical projects. How do you identify the right talent for your team? ✅ 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: Encourage your team to attend conferences, workshops, and networking events. What are some of the most impactful events you’ve attended recently? ✅ 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽: Pair junior professionals with seasoned experts to foster knowledge transfer. How do you mentor or get mentored in your field? ✅ 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗵𝘆𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀: Sometimes, the right combination of internal talent and external expertise can make all the difference. What’s your experience with balancing these approaches? ✅ 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱 𝘀𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝘁𝗵: Scalable infrastructure and efficient workflows are key to future-proofing operations. How is your organization preparing for the future? 🚀 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗧𝘂𝗿𝗻: What strategies have helped you or your organization close the skills gap? Are there upskilling initiatives, hiring strategies, or professional development opportunities that have greatly impacted your career or team? Let’s share ideas and inspire each other to hire and build smarter! Drop your thoughts in the comments below. Follow Ghermay A. #Upskilling #HiringSmarter #WorkforceDevelopment #ProfessionalGrowth #Leadership #Innovation #FutureOfWork

𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 #𝐀𝐆𝐔𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 𝐢𝐧 𝐃.𝐂.! A gathering of brilliant minds pushing the boundaries of Earth and space science. 🌎✨ 📸 𝑷𝒊𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝒉𝒆𝒓𝒆: New Light Technologies' CEO Ghermay A. with François Smith from Maxar Technologies. The event runs through 12/13—don’t miss out! https://hubs.la/Q02_ncKr0 #ScienceForAll #ClimateAction #EarthScience #NewLightTech

Excited to contribute to the transformative discussions on National Spatial Data Infrastructure at #InnovationDaysDC. Our CEO, Ghermay A. was proud to represent New Light Technologies on the panel, discussing the pivotal roles and future of geospatial data. A big thank you to all the partners and sponsors who made this event possible. 🎉 #GeospatialExcellence #GIS #NSDI

We're thrilled to shine a spotlight on the exceptional University of Maryland alumni who are making waves at New Light Technologies! These talented individuals have brought their academic expertise in geospatial sciences to the forefront of the tech industry, driving innovation and tackling real-world challenges. ✅ Ghermay Araya leads as CEO, where he applies his advanced training to guide strategic innovation and foster a culture of growth. ✅ Tim Kuhn, a vital asset to FEMA operations, translates complex weather data into actionable strategies to mitigate economic impacts of severe weather. ✅ Kelly Brown plays a crucial role in emergency responses, using her geospatial skills to navigate crisis situations effectively. ✅ Glen Adams handles vast data systems for government clients, proving that robust academic foundations lead to significant professional achievements. Their stories are not just inspiring—they're a testament to the power of combining academic rigor with professional excellence. 🔍 Curious to learn how their journeys at UMD propelled them to success at New Light Technologies? 👉 Dive into the full story on our blog: ttps://https://lnkd.in/eHBFE6vw #UMDAlumni #GeospatialTech #Innovation #CareerGrowth #NLT

🌐 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐰𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐥𝐲? 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐈𝐒 𝐢𝐧 𝐔𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠! How do we make our urban environments better? The integration of Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) is revolutionizing urban planning by providing essential tools for smarter decision-making: ✅ 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐆𝐈𝐒 – Allows urban planners to accurately map and analyze everything from traffic flows to the environmental impacts of new developments. This detailed view helps in crafting strategies that align with community needs and sustainability goals. ✅ 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 – GIS layers various types of information to give a fuller picture of urban dynamics. This integration aids city officials in efficiently managing resources and planning future growth. ✅ 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – GIS technology enables clearer communication of proposed projects and their impacts to the public, fostering greater understanding and support from community members. At New Light Technologies, we harness GIS to design cities that are not only efficient but sustainable and adaptable to future needs. Our efforts enhance urban elements from transportation networks to emergency services, significantly improving urban life. 👀 We're curious to hear from you: 👉 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒉𝒂𝒔 𝑮𝑰𝑺 𝒊𝒏𝒇𝒍𝒖𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒖𝒓𝒃𝒂𝒏 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒋𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒔? 👉 𝑫𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝒘𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒍𝒚 𝑮𝑰𝑺 𝒊𝒏 𝒖𝒓𝒃𝒂𝒏 𝒅𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒐𝒑𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕? Share your insights and let’s explore how GIS is paving the way for smarter urban planning! 🔗 Stay connected with New Light Technologies for more insights into the power of GIS in urban planning! https://hubs.la/Q02-RXth0 #UrbanPlanning #GIS #SmartCities #Geospatial #CityPlanning #TechnologyInAction #SustainableCities #DataDriven #Innovation #TechForGood