Cyber Security part 1

Frank Lloyd Wright coined the phrase “form and function are one” and spent his life creating organic designs. This was a decidedly post-modern approach to design –instead of focusing on form (like most contemporary designers), Wright focused on creating integrated designs that flowed easily into the surrounding terrain.

“Form follows function – that has been misunderstood. Form and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union” – Frank Lloyd Wright

Cybersecurity is one of the most important design considerations when it comes to the development and of modern IT infrastructure.  It is essential to ensure that security has been designed from the ground up tightly integrated [as form and function] rather than being added as an afterthought.

The approach of cybersecurity by design has become increasingly important in recent years due to the ever-increasing scale and complexity of cyber threats. As such, organizations must ensure that cybersecurity considerations are built into their products and services, rather than retrofitted later. This can help to avoid more significant issues down the line, such as data breaches and cyber-attacks.

There are several critical factors that need to be considered when designing secure and efficient systems. One key element is privacy laws. Organizations must ensure that they are operating with a full understanding of the local and international privacy laws within their industry. This is particularly important when dealing with sensitive data, such as personally identifiable information (PII) or personal health information (PHI).  Data protection is critical in safeguarding privacy, as it maintains confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data. Therefore, organizations must establish comprehensive data protection policies to ensure that personal information is treated securely and in accordance with relevant regulations.

Corporate governance is also a crucial factor in designing secure systems. Effective governance ensures that security is embedded in the culture and operations of an organization. It is essential for the board of directors to acknowledge the critical importance of cybersecurity, establish policies, and appoint experts to oversee the security posture of an organization. This includes identifying potential threats, risks, and vulnerabilities and prioritizing the resources and attention required to mitigate them.

With new, dangerous threats being exposed almost daily, CloudSpace USA has decided to increase its cybersecurity posture for itself and its clients by bring on its newest team member, Chris Nicolaou.  He will be joining the CloudSpace team as Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).  Chris is an industry certified and highly experienced senior IT executive with over thirty years of information technology and cybersecurity experience in multiple verticals as well as serving on advisory boards, teaching college level cybersecurity courses, and undertaking public speaking engagements.  Chris will help internally to elevate the security structure and standards of the CloudSpace Intelligent Architecture.  Some of the new services we are offering include risk assessments, ISO 27001 & SOC 2 audit preparation and GRC consulting.  Chris brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and expertise that will be invaluable to our clients.