In the financial world, predicting risk is like forecasting the weather—you need to know the signs of a brewing storm before it hits. For community financial institutions, this becomes even more...
Trisha Durkin
Recent Posts
Key Risk Indicators: Your Early Warning System for Cyber Threats in Community Financial Institutions
by Trisha Durkin | Oct 11, 2024
Cracking the GLBA Code: Best Practices for Board Reporting in Financial Institutions
by Trisha Durkin | Aug 16, 2024
As an Information Security professional, you know that staying ahead of the regulatory curve is just part of the job. But when it comes to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), you’re not just playing...
Don't Forget the Bank Service Company Act
by Trisha Durkin | Jun 21, 2024
Let’s discuss an old regulation that seems to be picking up new life in recent regulatory examinations, the Bank Service Company Act (BSCA). This Act is essential for ensuring that financial...
Unlocking Success in Information Security Risk for Financial Institutions
by Trisha Durkin | May 3, 2024
In the digital age, where the currency of trust is safeguarded in the vaults of data, information security emerges as the custodian guarding the fortress of financial institutions. Amidst the...
Building a Successful Team
by Trisha Durkin | Mar 8, 2024
Being an entirely virtual workforce we understand the value of time spent together and this past February our team had the pleasure of meeting in person. It was a great trip, as they always are, so...
Fortifying the Vault: Unveiling Data Protection Strategies for Financial Institutions
by Trisha Durkin | Feb 2, 2024
Welcome to the high-stakes world of banking, where every transaction is a delicate dance of digits, and the protection of sensitive data is paramount. In this digital age, financial institutions...
4 Steps to Strengthen Your Cybersecurity Program in 2024
by Trisha Durkin | Dec 29, 2023
As we get ready to usher in the new year, it's essential to assess and enhance your cybersecurity program. Let’s explore four key strategies to fortify your defenses in 2024. 1. Perform Regular...
Why Regular Security Audits and Penetration Testing Are Your Best 'Cyber Insurance' Policy
by Trisha Durkin | Nov 3, 2023
In the ever-evolving world of finance, where digital transactions and data management reign supreme, security isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. But how do you ensure your fortress stands strong in...
Ransomware Self-Assessment Tool 2.0: A Comprehensive Overview of the Latest Release
by Trisha Durkin | Oct 27, 2023
Introduction In a digital landscape increasingly plagued by evolving cyber threats and malware attacks, cybersecurity has become a critical concern for financial institutions. Among the various...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month is around the corner, is your financial institution ready?
by Trisha Durkin | Sep 22, 2023
Cybersecurity Awareness Month1 is an annual campaign held in October to promote awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and encourage individuals and organizations to take proactive steps to...