Data protection for enterprises is a critical aspect of modern business. Many IT professionals believe that adhering to security protocols is a must that can’t be compromised. However, implementing a suitable solution to secure enterprise data is a daunting task due to the amount and variety of data organizations must manage.
The challenge is immense regardless of whether the data is in motion or at rest. Data isn’t limited to the physical devices and locations that are controlled by the enterprise. Nowadays, data from enterprises is stored on devices of the end-user or in multiple cloud environments or even on an employee’s personal computer.
The shift to remote work has led to many more entry points for cyber attacks and leaks. If employees must jump through hoops every time they access a mission-critical system, they’re more likely to overcome the limitations. This might include saving engineering photos to their personal email accounts, or copying and pasting the information of a product into tweets.
To combat these threats, a multi-layered approach to data security is necessary. A comprehensive plan may include encryption, access control, backup and disaster recover, DLP and IDPS as in addition to employee education. It’s also crucial to monitor, detect and respond to breaches quickly. This involves enforcement of the Zero Trust model, where users are screened, devices are scanned, and network traffic are inspected before they are granted access to trusted resource. This will stop an infection in one location from spreading to other areas of the entire enterprise.