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What is an IT Support Audit and why does your business need one?

An IT security audit/cyber security audit is an in-depth list/description of how secure a business’ security is and if possible ways to improve it. Cyber security experts typically visit your office/site to identify risks and devices in your workplace. The relevant standards and regulations will be compared to the IT practices in your organisation.

Having an independent IT audit of your system could show that everything is fine and there are no issues to worry about, or it could identify weak areas, issues or areas that could be brought up to date and made more effective. In which case you can do something about it.

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Why do companies need IT security audits?

In order to ensure the security of all their data and any private information of their clients, companies should conduct an IT security audit. If a company wants to avoid potential breaches or fines, its cyber security needs to be in compliance with regulations.

Regular IT security audits ensure everything is up to date and complies with any new rules

 

Why is an IT Security Audit important?

There are a number of reasons why an IT security audit is important. Here are some of the key benefits:

  • See whether cyber security training is required for the business’s employees
  • Comply with both internal and external security regulations
  • Identify where your current business’s security stands. What’re you’re doing well and the weak points in your security
  • Determine the actions needed to improve your business’s cyber security
  • Cost saving by finding unnecessary equipment and software

 

How to perform or arrange an IT security audit

You may wonder whether you can perform an IT security audit yourself. You can perform an internal IT security audit, but it is strongly recommended that you also hire an IT/cybersecurity expert to uncover any vulnerabilities.

When your external audit is conducted by a professional, they will use various types of equipment, scanners and software with the goal of discovering flaws in the company’s security. They will also, more than likely, have stronger knowledge about cyber security and what would needs implementing to improve your business.

 

If you’re in need of an audit for your business, we have them available for free here at Omicron.

Head over to our website to check out the various aspects the audit encompasses and get in touch!

https://www.omicronsolutions.co.uk/free-audit/

01727 861553

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