Understanding the Risks of SSL VPNs In today’s fast-paced digital environment, enabling secure remote access for employees is a top priority for businesses of all sizes. For years, Secure Sockets Layer Virtual Private Networks (SSL VPNs) have been the go-to solution for providing employees with access to company resources from anywhere. Their popularity is largely…
Hidden Costs of Poor Cybersecurity Services in Tampa Businesses Cybersecurity is no longer an optional investment—it’s a business imperative. The risks of overlooking cybersecurity services in Tampa Bay businesses are growing every day. Cybercriminals no longer just target global corporations. Increasingly, they see small and mid-sized businesses as easy prey. While many business leaders assume…
Downtime Dangers: How Weak Tampa IT Services Cost Businesses Thousands Let’s start with a simple math lesson that illustrates the immense cost of downtime for Tampa businesses with poor IT service: Imagine an employee with a $70,000 salary loses just one hour of productivity each week due to IT issues. This costs your company about…
Atlas Introduces New Security and Managed Detection and Response Tools At Atlas, we’ve used products from Huntress for Advanced Threat Detection (ATD) since 2021. Now, we’re adding to our cybersecurity stack and using tools from Huntress for managed detection and response and security awareness training. These tools provide added layers of cybersecurity to our managed IT…
SOC 2 Type II Compliance Exam Offers Additional Layer of IT Security Atlas Professional Services has successfully completed its annual System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II compliance examination for the fourth consecutive year. This audit ensures our continued certification by evaluating our security controls. The SOC 2 Type II Certification Process A-LIGN, a…
How to find the best IT support in Tampa Bay for your business In today’s increasingly digital world, having reliable IT support is essential for any business in Tampa Bay. Whether you are a small startup, a nonprofit or a well-established company, finding the best IT support in Tampa Bay can significantly impact the success…
QR Code Scams on the Rise Cybercriminals are continually looking for new ways to hack into your devices and gain access to your network and data. One of the more recent types of cyberattacks we’ve seen is QR code phishing. In this scheme, a cybercriminal will send you a malicious QR code that takes you…
Outsourced IT Services: Supporting Your Bottom-Line In some cases, businesses have good reasons to launch and grow an internal IT team. However, some businesses may find that engaging outsourced IT services aligns better with their needs and budget. In a past blog post, we covered a few key reasons to hire an MSP rather than…
National Cybersecurity Strategy Aims to Protect Critical Infrastructure In March 2023, the Biden administration released a new National Cybersecurity Strategy. The Strategy asserts that cybersecurity is a critical component of the United States’ economic prosperity and national security. It then details a comprehensive approach to better secure cyberspace, protect critical infrastructure and create a resilient…
Data Protection and Cybersecurity Tips for Law Firms According to The American Bar Association’s (ABA) 2021 Legal Technology Survey, 25% of respondents said their firm had, at some time, experienced a data breach. For law firms, data protection and cybersecurity are top priorities, given the amount of sensitive information they handle. Why Cybercriminals Target Law…
