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May 15, 2024 31 mins

On today's episode of Insights Tomorrow, Patrick LeBlanc is joined by Melissa LaVarnway, a cybersecurity generalist at Microsoft. Melissa discusses her extensive experience in cybersecurity, emphasizing the importance of security in today's digital world. She highlights the need for individuals to protect their personal information online and for organizations to secure their data. Melissa and Patrick also touch on various security measures, such as two-factor authentication and encryption, and stress the importance of security in different industries like financial services, healthcare, and manufacturing.  

 

 

In this episode you’ll learn:      

  

  • The benefits of transitioning to cloud-based systems 
  • Maintaining control and managing costs while ensuring security 
  • Challenges posed by international laws and regulations  

  

Some questions we ask:     

  

  • What strategies can small organizations employ to enhance their cybersecurity posture? 
  • How can organizations mitigate risks associated with storing and processing data? 
  • What ethics must companies consider when handling data? 

 

 

Resources:    

View Melissa LaVarnway on LinkedIn    

View Patrick LeBlanc on LinkedIn 

 

              

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