The NH Small Business Development Center (NH SBDC) and the NH Tech Alliance (NHTA) are launching a series of cybersecurity programs aimed at educating and supporting New Hampshire businesses.
Cybersecurity review program
The goal of this program is to provide companies with up to 500 employees with the tools and resources they need to better protect their business from cyber threats.
Participating companies will receive personalized cybersecurity reviews, education, and one-on-one consulting appointments with cybersecurity experts. Businesses meet with cybersecurity experts to discuss their company's cybersecurity maturity and receive an assessment of actionable steps companies can take to start protecting their business right away.
To participate in the Cybersecurity Review program, companies must apply and sign up to become an NH SBDC client. Clients receive a free high-level cybersecurity assessment.
The program is free to businesses as a result of funding raised by U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen. New Hampshire companies that consult with small businesses through the review program include PCGiT, FSST, LLC, and Cyberhoot.
government contract
There are several important cybersecurity considerations that companies should understand before moving forward with government contracts. NHTA partners with Mainstay Technologies to learn more about what companies are required to do under his NIST SP 800-171, see how they can complete an initial self-assessment, and establish a roadmap to their next goals I'm creating a series of videos explaining how to do it. Implement all applicable security requirements.
A limited number of 90-minute consulting sessions will also be offered to eligible companies preparing to access government contracts.
cyber security summit
NH SBDC and NHTA will host a Cybersecurity Summit on September 25th at the Rex Theater. The morning session is aimed at small and medium-sized businesses looking to start protecting themselves from cyber-attacks. The afternoon segment is for companies that have already implemented cyber initiatives and need a deeper technical dive.
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“By strengthening cyber protection, small businesses can protect themselves from cyberattacks, increase their competitive advantage, and protect their customers and vendors,” said Liz Gray, NH SBDC State Director. says Mr.
Julie Demers, executive director of the NH Tech Alliance, said no businesses will be affected.
“By continuing our partnership with the NH SBDC and cybersecurity experts, we will have a lasting impact by raising awareness to protect NH's businesses from devastating attacks,” said Demers. .
Information about the program and how to sign up can be found at nhsbdc.org/cybersecurity/reviews.
