Layer 8 Security is a cybersecurity consulting, advisory, and technical services firm that focuses on the proper integration between people, process, and technology. Layer 8 Security arms organizations with practical strategies for achieving and maintaining security compliance to boost client ...

[4 minute read] Seamless integration between various platforms and systems is crucial for any information security management program. From cloud-based applications to internal networks, the ability to connect and communicate effortlessly across different technologies can significantly enhance the ...

[4 minute read] (Part 2 of 2): In Part 1 of this blog series, we reviewed and graded our 2023 predictions. Part 2 offers 2024 predictions for the data security, compliance, and risk management industry.) "This is a new year. A new beginning. And things will change." While Taylor Swift (2023 Time ...

[4 minute read] (Part 1 of 2): Part 1 delves into a review of our 2023 predictions. Part 2 offers 2024 predictions for the data security, compliance, and risk management industry. As we approach the end of the year, we reflect on 2023 and revisit our forecasts for this past year and how well we ...

[3 minute read] One of the most exciting aspects of working in the tech industry is that nothing stays the same for long. As Jeff Bezos, Amazon CEO, said, “What’s dangerous is not to evolve.” At Ostendio, we don’t stand still either. We are constantly improving our platform to offer the best data ...

[5 minute read] How to Master GRC Selection and Navigate the Impact of Market Consolidation In an age of cyberattacks, IT security frameworks - such as SOC 2, HITRUST, and ISO 27001 - have become critical signals of operational trustworthiness and effective risk management practices. These security ...

[5 minute read] Scaling a cybersecurity program is often perceived as a necessary expense to protect against threats rather than a revenue-generating opportunity. However, a well-executed security strategy can enhance customer trust, attract new clients, and open doors to lucrative partnerships. By ...

[4 minute read] “How can we reduce spending while attaining the same security and compliance goals?” While this has been a popular question in recent conversations with CISOs, we’ve been advising security and compliance professionals on this topic for over a decade. And when we dig a bit deeper, ...

A foreword from Grant Elliott, CEO, Ostendio Ostendio is celebrating its 10th anniversary, commemorating a decade of building and developing the Ostendio platform. As an integrated risk management platform, Ostendio has evolved and matured over the years. The platform now boasts multiple modules ...

The latest buzz in data security and compliance surrounds the need to integrate systems to help organizations manage their data security and compliance programs. Running multiple integrations between platforms has become commonplace and client organizations are requesting pre-configured ...

Building out a security and compliance program can be daunting, especially if you’re working towards multiple frameworks. For this reason, many organizations turn to GRC platforms to create and organize policies and procedures, manage and mitigate risk, compile evidence, and collaborate with an ...

Q&A with an Ostendio HITRUST practitioner As busy security professionals, CISOs can feel overwhelmed by the growing number of certifications, frameworks, and regulations they must keep track of. Adding HITRUST certification to the mix can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. HITRUST ...

It’s almost time for one of the biggest events of the year on the healthcare information technology conference calendar - HIMSS 2023. This year HIMSS takes place in Chicago from April 17-21, and with over 40,000 attendees, you want to plan to make the best use of your time. As a busy CISO, you have ...

Reviewing the needs of your data security and compliance program This is a question we hear a lot at Ostendio. “Which SOC report do I need?” Clients are often familiar with SOC (Systems and Organizational Controls) reports and the benefits to their organization of being able to demonstrate their ...

Calculating the return on your security and compliance platform Security and compliance teams are no strangers to fumbling through compliance spreadsheets, answering endless back-and-forth emails, and incessantly reminding employees to complete overdue training. As a result, the industry has seen a ...