How SMBs should select a security-savvy managed service provider

The video discusses a CISA document on MSP risk considerations, highlighting its relevance to SMBs. It critiques the document's applicability to smaller businesses, emphasizing the need for realistic expectations from MSPs. The speaker advises on selecting MSPs, focusing on security practices and building trust. The importance of understanding risks and having a strong relationship with MSPs is stressed, especially in the context of potential IT disasters.

What is the primary focus of the document released by the Cybersecurity Infrastructure Security Agency?

• Technological advancements in cybersecurity

• Legal issues faced by MSPs

• Financial health of MSPs

• Risk considerations for MSP customers

Why does the document's guidance fall short for small to medium businesses?

• It provides outdated technological advice

• It assumes SMBs have extensive cybersecurity expertise

• It focuses solely on large enterprises

• It ignores the role of senior executives

What is considered unrealistic about the document's recommendations for MSPs?

• Encouraging the use of outdated technology

• Requiring MSPs to disclose financial health

• Focusing on small businesses only

• Ignoring the importance of network security

What is a key factor in choosing a consultant or MSP according to the document?

• Their stance on multifactor authentication

• Their geographical location

• Their ability to reduce costs

• Their experience with large enterprises

What should organizations ensure about their relationship with MSPs?

• It is based on trust and security

• It is focused on cost reduction

• It is limited to contractual obligations

• It is centered around technological upgrades

What should SMBs ask MSPs regarding security practices?

• How they handle incidents like ransomware

• Their financial investment in technology

• Their partnerships with large enterprises

• Their marketing strategies

How should organizations approach the guidance provided in the document?

• Tailor it to fit their specific needs

• Focus only on the financial aspects

• Ignore it if they are a small business

• Adopt it without any modifications