As the restoration of normal working life begins post-pandemic, cybersecurity teams have a new trial ahead: ensuring that employees return to work securely, without triggering a security incident. Even though cybersecurity professionals have spent the past two months trying to secure the new borderless enterprise, no organization is immune from the threats of another shift in the network.
Unlike the rushed, unexpected manner in which many organizations sent their employees home, the return to the office is something that can be planned and prepared for in a more organized and orderly fashion. Cybersecurity teams must not miss this window – they need to act now to ensure the necessary processes and tools are in place before employees head back to their workplace.
Steps to ensure a safe return to work
To reduce risk and facilitate a quick return to normal operations, cybersecurity teams need to consider what threats employees may bring back with them to the office environment. Once these are identified, cybersecurity teams must take proactive steps to mitigate these risks. Below, are three key factors to consider as organizations prepare to return to work.
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