Article 2: The Cybersecurity Health Check Every Business Should Perform

You don't need to wait for a cyber incident to discover weaknesses in your security.

A regular cybersecurity health check helps identify gaps before they contribute to a serious business disruption.

Your essential security checklist

• MFA is enabled for critical accounts, particularly administrators and email.
• Operating systems, applications and internet-facing systems are patched appropriately.
• Staff access is reviewed when employees change roles or leave.
• Endpoint protection and security monitoring are in place where appropriate.
• Important business information is backed up and restoration is tested.
• Staff know how to identify and report suspicious messages.
• A documented cyber incident response plan exists.
• Cloud services and third-party access are reviewed regularly.
• Security risks have named owners and prioritised remediation actions.

What should you do if you find gaps?

Start by identifying the systems and information most important to your business. Prioritise weaknesses according to risk, potential impact and the likelihood of exploitation. Assign responsibility for each action and track progress until the issue is resolved.

This checklist is a starting point, not a formal security assessment or guarantee of compliance.

Take the next step: We can help review your existing security controls and develop a practical improvement roadmap.

Our team can help assess your current controls and identify practical improvements for your business.

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