Proactive Defense: The Key to Securing Healthcare Systems Against Cyber Risks

 

In today’s digital age, how can healthcare organizations effectively safeguard their online systems and patient data against the constantly evolving landscape of cyber threats? Blackswan Cybersecurity CEO Mike Saylor, who presently serves as the healthcare sector chief for the FBI’s InfraGard program in North Texas, highlighted how proactive defense strategies can help secure healthcare systems against cyber risks.

Drawing on three decades of experience in IT and cybersecurity, Saylor underscored the critical need for continuous vigilance in securing healthcare systems against cyber risks. Furthermore, he highlighted the unrelenting nature of cyber threats, emphasizing the importance of proactive and adaptive strategies to safeguard sensitive patient information and healthcare systems.

“You’ve got to be effective in monitoring and responding to cyber threats because they are just continuous and ongoing,” he said.

Article written by MarketScale.

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