Beyond the Firewall: Building a Fortress for Your ISP

In this conversation, Lindsay and Dawn discuss various aspects of cybersecurity for ISPs. They cover topics such as the domino effect of downtime, the evolving regulatory landscape, DDoS attacks, network intrusions, ransomware attacks, GDPR compliance, cybersecurity frameworks, network segmentation, firewalls, and proactive threat monitoring. 

The conversation provides insights into the challenges ISPs face in maintaining security and compliance and offers practical advice on how to mitigate risks and protect customer data. In this conversation, Dawn Rorick, the Lead Information Security Engineer for Sonar Software, discusses various strategies and best practices for ISPs to enhance their cybersecurity measures. She emphasizes the importance of continuous monitoring, using security information and event management systems (SIEM), and implementing effective incident response protocols. Dawn also highlights the significance of data encryption, access controls, vulnerability assessments, and data minimization in protecting customer data. Additionally, she emphasizes the need for employee awareness and training, creating a culture of security, and empowering employees to be vigilant and report suspicious activity.