Join us as we wrap up the CIS Control series with a deep dive into CIS Control 18: Penetration Testing—a critical step for identifying and addressing vulnerabilities before attackers can exploit them. Learn the key differences between penetration testing and vulnerability scans, and find out why hiring skilled professionals (white hat hackers!) can be essential for businesses working with compliance-heavy industries like NIST or DoD contracts. Whether you're a small business owner deciding if penetration testing is worth the investment or a tech enthusiast curious about cybersecurity strategies, this episode is packed with actionable insights just for you! 💡 📌 What You'll Learn: ✅ What penetration testing is (and what it isn’t!). ✅ Real-world examples of penetration testing scenarios. ✅ Why automation and AI can't fully replace human expertise. ✅ When and why small businesses might skip penetration testing. 💬 Have questions about penetration testing? Drop them in the comments! We'd love to answer them in future episodes. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe! Stay ahead of the curve with tips, tricks, and solutions tailored for business owners and Tech Champions like YOU 🎉 Shout-Outs: Special thanks to our listeners and supporters—this one's for you! 💙 Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

🚨 Is Your Business Ready for an IT Crisis? 🚨 In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter dive into CIS Control 17: Incident Response Management—the essential guide for business owners and tech champions who want to stay prepared and protected.

Whether it’s a cyberattack, equipment failure, or even physical damage like water leaks, having a solid incident response plan can mean the difference between swift recovery and devastating loss. 🎯 What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ The key components of a successful incident response plan. ✅ Why preparation matters—who’s in charge, who gets notified, and what steps to take. ✅ Real-world stories of businesses that handled incidents right... and others that didn’t. ✅ Actionable tips for minimizing downtime and financial loss. 💡 Tip of The Week: Don’t wait until disaster strikes—implement an incident response plan today to safeguard your business and reputation! 🔥 Ready to empower your IT strategy? Hit play and subscribe to never miss our weekly tech insights! 📅 Next Episode Preview: We’ll be wrapping up our CIS Controls series with CIS Control 18: Penetration Testing—don’t miss it! 🔔 Subscribe & Stay Updated! Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Welcome to The Business Owner's IT Podcast, where tech meets strategy! In this episode, Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter dive into CIS Control 16: Application Software Security—a must-know for every business owner and Tech Champion aiming to strengthen their software security posture. 🎙️ Key Takeaways in This Episode: ✅ Why secure software development practices matter—even if you’re not coding from scratch ✅ How vulnerability management can protect your business from costly exploits ✅ The importance of access control and limiting permissions for third-party integrations ✅ API security tips for reporting tools like Power BI ✅ Practical advice for securing software supply chains Whether you're building software or leveraging tools like Power BI and CRMs, this episode provides crucial insights to safeguard your business against cyber threats. 🚀 Don't forget to subscribe and share to support more content that helps business owners and tech enthusiasts stay ahead of the curve! 📌 Next Up: Episode 28 – Incident Response Management (CIS Control 17) Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/unique-computing-solutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Join Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter as they dive into the essentials of CIS Control 15: Service Provider Management. In this episode, we explore actionable tips and strategies to help business owners and technology enthusiasts manage external service providers securely and effectively. 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How to assess risks associated with service providers. ✅ The importance of clear contractual agreements. ✅ Monitoring and auditing best practices. ✅ Access control essentials to protect sensitive information. ✅ Why every service provider needs an incident response plan. Tip Of The Week: Start with a simple list of your service providers and gradually build policies around their roles, risks, and compliance. 🔒 Don’t leave your business’s data security to chance! Learn the critical questions to ask your service providers and how to ensure they follow industry frameworks like CIS, NIST, and more. 📈 Why Watch? This episode is packed with insights for business owners navigating today’s tech landscape. Whether you're vetting a cloud service provider, internet provider, or managed service provider, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions and safeguard your business.

Don't forget to subscribe to stay updated on future episodes. 🎧 Next Episode Preview: Stay tuned as we cover CIS Control 16: Application Software Security in our next podcast episode. Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Are you a business owner looking to protect your company’s data and ensure your IT systems are secure? In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, Anthony and Ryan break down the age-old question of How To Choose The Right IT Service Provider for your business. These are the 10 essential questions you need to ask your IT service provider to guarantee cybersecurity and efficient IT management. 💡 What You'll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How IT providers should manage access to their tools. ✔️ The importance of immutable backups and frequent recovery tests. ✔️ What to do if a rogue employee or hacker gains access to your systems. ✔️ Why SaaS backups for Microsoft 365 and Gmail are non-negotiable. ✔️ How prepared IT providers should be for tool compromise or cyberattacks. Key Takeaways for Business Owners and Tech Enthusiasts: 👉 Understand the critical role of managed detection and response systems. 👉 Learn why endpoint detection tools are vital for protecting individual devices. 👉 Discover how to evaluate the security measures of your IT provider. 🔒 Stay proactive in safeguarding your business’s data with these expert tips! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE ✅ for more episodes tackling tech challenges faced by business owners. 🕒 Tune in Now – Your business's IT future depends on it! Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Welcome to another insightful episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast! In this edition, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter discuss CIS Control 14: Security Awareness and Skills Training—a crucial topic for protecting your business from cybersecurity threats. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ How to create a culture of cybersecurity awareness in your organization. ✅ The importance of role-specific security training. ✅ Why phishing and social engineering remain the top attack vectors—and how to defend against them. ✅ Tips for making your security training effective and engaging. 🛡 Tip of the week: Educate your employees on company policies and encourage cybersecurity knowledge within your work environment. 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned: 📄 CIS Control 14 - https://www.cisecurity.org/controls/security-awareness-and-skills-training 📧 Contact Us: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/contact/ 🔒 Strengthen your IT defenses and safeguard your business data! Whether you're a tech-savvy entrepreneur or just starting your IT journey, this episode has something for you. 🎄 Holiday Bonus: Learn how security awareness can also benefit your personal life, from protecting emails to securing online banking! 💻 Subscribe for weekly insights on all things IT for business owners. Don’t miss next week’s episode on CIS Control 15: Service Provider Management!

Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Welcome to Episode 23 of The Business Owner’s IT Podcast! Join hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter as they dive into CIS Control 13: Network Monitoring and Defense. Learn how to safeguard your business with practical tips and solutions to detect, analyze, and respond to malicious activity across your network. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✅ Why you should always assume someone could access your systems ✅ How network traffic monitoring and segmentation can prevent breaches ✅ The role of firewalls, EDR, and encryption in protecting your data ✅ Why regular updates, maintenance, and access control are non-negotiable ✅ The importance of having an incident response plan ✅ Cost-effective strategies for small businesses to implement security By the end of this episode, you’ll have actionable insights to enhance your network security and reduce your risk of compromise. 🛡 Tip of the week: Security doesn’t have to be overwhelming! Partnering with experts can simplify the process and protect your bottom line. Please reach out to us if you need any assistance - https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/contact/ 🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned: 📄 CIS Control 13 - https://www.cisecurity.org/controls/network-monitoring-and-defense 📧 Contact Us: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/contact/ Next Week’s Episode: We’ll explore CIS Control 14: Security Awareness and Skills Training – a must-watch for anyone looking to empower their team with cybersecurity knowledge! 💬 Join the Conversation: What’s your biggest challenge with network security? Share your thoughts in the comments! 👍 Subscribe for Weekly IT Insights! Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957

Welcome to Episode 22 of The Business Owner's IT Podcast! In this episode, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter take you on a deep dive into CIS Control #12: Network Infrastructure Management—a vital step in securing your business's IT environment. 🔐 What You'll Learn: ✅ Why inventorying your network devices (yes, even that smart TV!) is crucial for cybersecurity. ✅ The importance of secure network configurations and eliminating default passwords. ✅ How to set up network segmentation to keep sensitive data safe. ✅ Tips on access control to limit who can manage your critical devices. ✅ The necessity of regular updates, patching, and logging to stay ahead of vulnerabilities. ✅ Why updated network diagrams could save your business in an emergency. Anthony and Ryan keep it simple with practical examples, relatable stories, and actionable tips to ensure your network is secure, resilient, and well-managed. Whether you're a small business owner or an IT enthusiast, this episode has everything you need to level up your network security! 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode. 📅 Coming Next Week: CIS Control 13: Network Monitoring and Defense Since 1997, Unique Computing Solutions has been providing businesses with the IT support and IT solutions they need to streamline communications, boost productivity, and increase profitability. Our team of technical experts has years of experience with computer networking, security, data backup, computer repair, email support, and more. But what truly makes us unique as a managed service provider is our commitment to providing unmatched customer service. We're not your partner only when something goes wrong. We work with you every step of the way, from learning the ins and outs of your business to strategically aligning your infrastructure with your goals and catering to your every technological need. We build lasting relationships with our clients and are proud to say clients who have been with us since the launch of our business 22 years ago are still with us today. Website: https://uniquecomputingsolutions.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/uniquecomputingsolutions Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UniqueComputingSolutions Twitter: https://twitter.com/qputing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/qputing/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@uniquecomputingsolutions Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3ysyf6NcGAXfM2Ai6T5wQd Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-business-owners-it-podcast/id1768340957