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Guide: Cybersecurity & IT/MSPs
Disruptions in an agency’s operations due to a breach cause financial losses and impact the agency’s and its customers’ ability to work effectively. In addition, losing your customer’s trust becomes a real possibility. Ensure your network and all endpoint devices, as well as your cyber protection and compliance, are monitored and kept current to avoid bad actors getting access to your system.
What's the Difference?
Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity companies are responsible for protecting systems, networks, devices, and data from cyber threats. It involves implementing technologies, processes, and controls designed to safeguard information and critical infrastructure from malicious activities. The goal of cybersecurity is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
Managed Service Provider (MSP)
A Managed Service Provider (MSP) is a company that provides outsourced IT services to organizations on a proactive basis. MSPs take responsibility for the management, maintenance, and support of an organization's technology infrastructure, which can include networks, servers, computers, security systems, and other IT-related operations.
Catalyit's 5 Things to Consider
Training your employees in how to recognize a threat is critical and should be ongoing.
Email is the most frequent source of cyber-attack. A firm anti-phishing policy is essential followed up by testing by an outside firm.
Technicians that maintain your network should have certifications.
An MSP level of IT company is preferred.
For either Cyber or IT/MSP provider, it is preferred that they have experience working with insurance agencies.
Mark Parrish's Take
“You have a choice to make to provide all the protection needed: Choose a Managed Services Provider/IT company that can provide both IT/network support and cyber protection, or choose an MSP company to take care your technical needs and a separate company for cyber protection that specializes in that area.
Typically, a company that does both IT and Cyber will be strong on the network and device side while offering a lighter version of cyber protection. A company that exclusively offers cyber protection will go more in-depth with their protection and better understand the compliance requirements of your state.
We prefer the second option – choose separate providers that specialize in their specific area of expertise.“
Cybersecurity Month
Check out our special edition series on all things cyber and how you can protect your agency.
Protecting Your Management System (and Other 3rd Party Tools)
October 3rd @ 11 AM ET
Learn what to look for related to security settings and tools as well as things to consider in choosing a vendor.
AI Cyber Risks
October 10th @ 11 AM ET
We’ll introduce you to areas to consider with today’s LLM and AI tools, and how to protect yourself as you weigh the risk and reward of AI in the office.
Breaking Down Insurance Data Security Laws
October 17th @ 11 AM ET
25 states now have insurance-specific laws. Let’s take a look at the model that is being used and the common elements you need to know about.
Cyber Objection Handling Workshop
October 24th @ 11 AM ET
If you sell cyber, you probably hear some common objections from your prospects. Learn why those objections may be coming up, how to avoid them, and what to do if you’re confronted with them.
The Horrors of ID Theft
October 31st @ 11 AM ET
We read about breaches every day. Hear real accounts of ID Theft and ways to better protect yourselves and loved ones in this Halloween special event!
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Yes, Applies
| Company Name | Company Type | Insurance Agency Clients | 24×7 Monitored Support | Vulnerability Scanning | Cyber Risk Assessment | Endpoint Protection Behavior-Based | Best Practice Training for Email | Phishing Email Simulations | Endpoint Protection Compliant with Regulatory Requirements | Network Security Monitoring | Software Patch Management | Written Plan for Security Polices for Third Parties | Backup & Restore Solutions | SOC (Security Operations Center) for 24×7 Monitoring | Provide Incident Response Plan | Staff Security Awareness Training | Email Threat Filter | Provide Clients with State Cyber Compliance, Guidelines, Recommendations | Monthly Reporting on Status of Protection & Alerts | Scan for PII (Personal Identifiable Information) & Report Monthly | Offer Managed Hosting Solutions | NY Cyber Reg 500 Compliant | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Archway Computer | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 9/7/2022 | ||||||
 BlueZone Cyber Solutions | Cyber only | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8/7/2023 | ||||||||||
 CyberFin | Cyber only | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7/6/2022 | ||||||
 Enigma Networkz | Cyber only | ||||||||||||||||||||||
 Havoc Shield | Cyber only | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 11/17/2022 | |||||||||
 Kite Technology | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | |||||||||||||||||||||
 Motiva | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5/21/2021 | |||||||||
 Redbird Security | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | ||||||||||||||||||||||
 Rhodian Group | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7/28/2021 | ||||||||||||
 RSM Consulting | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 5/26/2021 | |||||||||
 TPx | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | ||||||||||||||||||||||
 Tri-State Computer Solutions | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 9/23/2022 | |||||||
 Westech Solutions | Both Cyber and IT/MSP | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4/25/2023 |
The Players
Take a closer look at all your available options by visiting their profiles.
Archway Computer specializes in cutting-edge Managed Services/IT support and cybersecurity solutions for independent agencies of all shapes and sizes.
BlueZone Cyber Solutions tailors their cybersecurity solutions to protect your business and manage your risks.
CyberFin is an all-inclusive, next-gen MSSP with a simple, all-in-one cybersecurity solution for your security and compliance needs.
Rhodian provides IT, cybersecurity, and compliance services to keep you compliant and protected from cyber threats.
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2024 State of Tech Report
Catalyit partnered with Big “I” state associations to survey 441 independent insurance agencies across the US and gather information about their tech stack and satisfaction.
| Most Used | % Use | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Local IT Provider | 32% | 4.3 |
| KnowBe4 | 16% | 4.3 |
| Managed In-House | 8% | 4.1 |
| AppRiver | 3% | 4.3 |
| CyberFin | 3% | 4.5 |
| Rhodian Group | 2% | 4.5 |
| Motiva | 2% | 4.5 |
| Redbird Security | 2% | 4.5 |
| SCS | 2% | 3.0 |
| Archway Computer | 1% | 4.0 |
| BlueZone Cyber Solutions | 1% | 5.0 |
| Other | 30% | 4.1 |
| Most Used | % Use | Avg. Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Local IT Service Provider (MSP) | 57% | 4.4 |
| Managed In-House | 7% | 4.1 |
| Archway Computer | 7% | 4.0 |
| Kite Technology | 4% | 4.6 |
| Redbird Security | 2% | 4.7 |
| Rhodian Group | 1% | 5.0 |
| Tri-State Computer Solutions | 1% | 3.0 |
| Motiva | 1% | 4.0 |
| Omega Systems | 1% | - |
| TeamLogic | 1% | 5.0 |
| Other | 19% | 4.3 |
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