The Essential 8 is supposed to be easy. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. Let us handle the tricky parts for you.
Your high-tech security tools might make you feel safe. But have you stopped to implement the basics, first? Without them, your business could be more vulnerable than you know.
The Essential 8 was designed to address these gaps and make security simple. The reality is often a little more complicated. If you lack in-house expertise then it can be near-impossible to implement effectively.
Platform 24 exists to solve this exact problem. We explain what you need to do and why. We’ll even strengthen your compliance on your behalf. With us, Maturity Level 3 goes from a pipe dream to an achievable goal.
Famously, the Essential 8 cyber security framework was built for ease of use. In theory, businesses of all shapes and sizes should be able to implement it without issue. In practice, this might be easier said than done.
Ask yourself this: Do you understand how to harden user applications? For many businesses, the answer is “No”. A checklist looks simple enough to follow, but becomes far more complex under a microscope. And with Essential 8 compliance becoming a client expectation in certain industries, you may not have time to figure it out on your own.
Luckily, you don’t have to. Instead of hiring additional staff, or expecting your existing team to pick up an entirely new skill set, let us take care of everything. We have the expertise, time, and resources needed to bring you into full compliance.
The result is a widening gap that threat actors are eager to take advantage of.
Here’s the good news: With Platform 24’s help, this is all fixable. Our managed detection and response (MDR) services combine human expertise with advanced technological solutions to detect, contain, and remove threats. We guard your business night and day, while you run it.
First, we conduct a complete audit. Our experts discover which controls you’re missing, what your current Maturity Level is, and where you’d like to be.
Next, we build a practical remediation plan. We don’t believe in templates. Instead, each roadmap is based on your unique goals, timeline, and constraints.
We don’t just build the strategy. We execute it. Gaps are closed, controls are configured, and communications are kept open the entire time.
Compliance means nothing without proof, so that’s the next thing we provide. Our strong documentation practices mean you’re never caught off-guard.
We don’t install a few controls and then vanish. We continue to monitor and maintain your IT, so compliance doesn’t start to slip as the business grows.
You don’t need constant warnings about the consequences of noncompliance. You need the facts about your current situation, and how it can be improved. That’s what we provide, in plain English.
Even when using a framework like the Essential 8, your business is unique and may require a slightly different approach to achieve the same results. Our game plans are designed with you in mind – not some other client we served three years ago.
Offshore providers might seem cheaper… Until they set you back months by forgetting a crucial security control. We’re Sydney-based, which means Australian frameworks like the Essential 8 are second nature to us.
Stronger security controls and continuous monitoring dramatically reduce your risk of cyber-attacks and breaches.
Essential 8 compliance brings you into alignment with both local and international data protection laws, protecting you from audits and penalties.
Nothing says “You can trust me” faster than Maturity Level 3. You’ll build lasting bonds with clients, partners, and vendors.
By making these basic security controls our problem, you remove that burden from your staff. They can focus on their jobs, reducing stress and improving productivity.
Essential 8 compliance is more complicated than you might expect. But it doesn’t need to be. In fact, you can reduce eight steps down to just one. All you need to do is reach out, and we’ll handle the rest. You can focus on growing your business, while we keep you compliant and secure.
Get in touch with one of our Essential 8 experts to learn more.
The Essential 8 (also known as the Essential Eight) is a cyber security framework designed by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC).
The Essential 8 controls are as follows: Application control, patch applications, configure Microsoft Office macros, user application hardening, restrict administrative privileges, patch operating systems, multi-factor authentication, and regular backups.
Implementing the Essential 8 is not mandatory for every business. However, it helps you comply with regulations that are (such as the Privacy Act), and a certain Maturity Level may be required under some circumstances (for instance, when working with the government).
The biggest benefit of outsourcing Essential 8 compliance is the expertise you gain access to. While this cyber security framework is designed for ease of use in theory, in practice it can be difficult to understand exactly what’s required. Outsourcing also removes the burden of compliance from your in-house team’s shoulders, improving productivity and morale.
When choosing a service provider, the most important traits to search for are expertise in cyber security (Essential 8 specifically), good communication skills, and a local presence.
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