Ep 011: Data Security Tips for Law Firms with Amber Bennoui

In the latest episode of the 'Iron Mind Podcast,' host Joshua Brumley and guest Amber Bennoui delved into the critical topic of data protection within law firms. As organizations face increasing threats of data breaches and ransomware attacks, it becomes imperative to prioritize data security measures to safeguard confidential information. Here are three key takeaways from the insightful episode:

• Utilizing platforms that offer the ability to manage access privileges effectively ensures that only authorized individuals can access confidential information.
• Password-protecting specific files and using encryption measures can add an extra layer of security against potential breaches.
• By implementing processes to authenticate recipients and educating staff on the importance of confirming identities, organizations can reduce the risk of data exposure.

About Our Guest:
Amber Bennoui is a Security Product Strategist at Datadog and lives in Boston. She has a varied career in product management, cybersecurity, and DevOps across a multitude of industries like healthcare and education for companies such as Threat Stack (acquired by F5), athena health, and MIT. She also co-founded two companies — the University of Reddit and Hard Times Media. She is currently focused on bolstering diversity and inclusion in the tech industry and loves to snowboard in her free time.

Resources:
 https://www.wsba.org/for-legal-professionals/member-support/practice-management-assistance/guides/document-retention-guide

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