Layer 1

Layer 1 - Data Protection

More About Level 1- Data Protection

Let’s discuss Layer 1, which is data protection. The first part of data protection is identifying important data that you must backup. Where is this data? Why is it important? How are you going to protect it?  

Once your data is backed up and you can recover it, you must ensure your data integrity, or the accuracy and completeness of the data. Does the stored data look exactly like the original data? Next, how do you make sure that no one gets access to this data? 

What data would someone else want, and why would it be important to them? To protect your data, we recommend Microsoft One Drive or Apple’s backup. We don’t like most of the free solutions out there. We prefer people move toward enterprise or commercial grade backups and make sure their data is encrypted. 

 If your data is not secure, you will be very, very vulnerable. Data security is a way to protect your secrets. Once your data is secure, you can focus on securing your technology. 

For more information about backing up your data, please attend one of our workshops.  

 

ADDITIONAL DETAILS ON THE 7 LAYERS OF MATURITY

LAYER 0
BEHAVIOR

We call this Layer Zero, because as IT professionals we cannot control your behavior. We simply use this layer to remind you of best practices.
LAYER 0

LAYER 1
DATA PROTECTION

This layer focuses on protecting what is important.
LAYER 1

LAYER 2
NETWORK/COMMUNICATION

Protecting your internal network and communication.
LAYER 2

LAYER 3
IDENTITY

As the internet and digital solutions grow, you have more accounts and passwords. This layer helps you to secure your online identity.
LAYER 3

LAYER 4
HARDWARE/PLATFORM

It is critical that you identify what devices you use and if they are secure. Consistency plays a big part in creating a secure environment.
LAYER 4

LAYER 5
MONITOR/AUDIT

Trust but verify via this layer.
LAYER 5

LAYER 6
REMEDIATION/RECOVERY

Unfortunately, it is not a matter of if — but when — you will be compromised. Being prepared is critical.
LAYER 6

LAYER 7
EDUCATION

Using what you've learned in layers 0-6, it is important to increase your security posture with additional education for our families.
LAYER 7