Keeping Your Business Safe in the Cloud - How Hybrid Cloud Strengthens Your Security Posture

Ensuring data security is important for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). While traditional on-premises IT solutions provide some control over data storage, they can struggle to keep up with ever-changing cyber threats. 

A recent Crowd Research report revealed that 90% of cybersecurity professionals express concerns about cloud security, especially issues such as data loss, leaks, privacy and confidentiality breaches, etc. These concerns about cloud security highlight the need for effective solutions.   

Internal IT traditionally faces limitations when it comes to addressing cybersecurity challenges. One of the most important challenges is the difficulty of scaling up safety measures during times of high risk. This process typically requires new hardware and software licenses, followed by a complex installation and configuration process. This step can be time-consuming and can lead to data leakage during critical periods. For example, a study by Ponemon showed that it takes an average of 214 days to detect a data breach.  

In today’s fast-paced business environment, such delays can result in significant expenses and distress. Additionally, ensuring hardware and software updates are updated with security patches is another challenge, especially for small businesses with limited resources. Many SMBs do not have a dedicated IT security staff and rely on the entire IT staff to manage additional security. This can delay addressing critical vulnerabilities, as other system maintenance tasks may take precedence. 

Hybrid cloud: A solution for Enterprises to Maintain Security Posture 

Hybrid cloud offers a promising solution to the cybersecurity challenges faced by SMBs. By combining on-premises IT management with the advanced security features of the cloud, hybrid cloud solutions provide layered protection against cyber threats. 

Here’s how hybrid cloud enables SMBs to cross borders and simply enhance their security posture: 

Flexible security: Hybrid clouds enable flexibility in security features as needed. During peak business hours, SMBs can easily access additional security features from their cloud provider without the need for a complicated installation. 

Advanced security features: Cloud providers invest heavily in high-quality security technology. With hybrid cloud, businesses have access to advanced security features such as firewalls, intrusion detection systems and data encryption, all of which are managed by experienced professionals 

Built-in disaster recovery: Hybrid cloud enables you to implement automated backups and failover options on the cloud, reducing downtime in the event of a security breach or natural disaster 

Continuous Monitoring and Threat Detection: Cloud providers offer advanced monitoring and threat intelligence tools, giving SMBs real-time insight into potential security risks. This approach helps enterprises stay ahead of cyber threats. 

Reduced IT management burden: By outsourcing management of their cloud infrastructure, your business can free up internal IT staff to focus on strategic initiatives, such as security management and developing and implementing strategies. 

Cloud Tech Services: Your Partner for a Secure Hybrid Cloud 

The move to a hybrid cloud environment may seem daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. With Cloud Tech Services (CTS) we ensure to protect your data and optimize IT infrastructure. CTS offers comprehensive services designed to help build a strong security posture in a hybrid cloud environment. 

Here’s how Cloud Tech Services empowers you to have a robust and secure hybrid cloud infrastructure: 

• Security Analysis: CTS thoroughly analyzes existing IT infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities and develops security measures accordingly. 
• Custom Hybrid Cloud Design and Implementation: CTS develops secure hybrid cloud architectures to meet business needs and security considerations. 
• Continuous security: CTS provides ongoing analysis and proactive 24/7 global monitoring of the hybrid cloud environment, ensuring the best possible level of security. 

• Compliance expertise: We help navigate complex data privacy and security regulations, ensuring compliance with industry standards. 
• Security Training: CTS offers a comprehensive security awareness training program to educate employees on the latest cyber threats and best practices to mitigate risk. 

A strong security posture is essential to thrive in today’s digital age. Hybrid cloud offers a powerful solution to strengthen data security and gain a competitive edge. With the combined strengths of on-premises IT and advanced cloud security features, you can create a layered defense against ever-evolving cyber threats. 

To learn more about how hybrid cloud can help your business and to scale your security infrastructure, contact CTS today for a free consultation.