State College Gains Higher Confidence in Cyber Security Posture

Challenge

As part of proceedings to ensure yearly financial and compliance certifications/requirements were met, a Florida based state college sought an independent 3rd party validation of their current cyber security methods.

This verification would also serve to ensure current cyber security procedures and tools were ample to support the organization as they expand the breadth of digital technologies utilized to deliver education.

They required a vulnerability audit that was thorough, quick to administer and cost effective.

Solution

Emtec, in conjunction with partner Digital Defense (DDI), conducted Penetration testing to identify any cyber security weaknesses utilizing DDI’s Frontline™ analytical platform. Solution included:

  • Comprehensive vulnerability scanning to evaluate systems for any weaknesses
  • Determination of vulnerability severity and if truly exploitable
  • Report of documented vulnerabilities and all test findings within a secure multi-function portal
  • Full executive and technical reporting to assess the business impact of potential attacks

Results

The client was pleasantly surprised at the ease of the audit process and that it was minimally invasive. The entire process took less than 30 days including audit, documentation, and mitigation. Benefits include:

  • Issues were discovered quickly and effectively resolved
  • Deeper knowledge of threat surface
  • Higher confidence level in current cyber security posture

Industry
Higher Education

Revenue
$40M

Headquarters
Florida

Employees
350

Business Impacts

  • Better understanding of where future cyber security budget should be allocated
  • Starting point on path to more robust and mature cyber security model
  • Well positioned to demonstrate compliance requirements are met for education
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