IT Checklists & Resources
Small Business Cybersecurity Essentials Checklist
The highest-impact security actions your team should take to close the most common breach entry points.
Most cyber attacks target basic security oversights rather than complex firewall gaps. Use this guide to enforce account hygiene and protect client information.
1. Identity & Access Control Control
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Mandatory on email, accounting, CRM, and domain registrar portals.
Enterprise Password Manager adopted
Deploy tools like 1Password or Bitwarden to prevent shared, weak passwords.
Deactivate stale accounts
Audit active users and instantly delete logins of former employees and consultants.
2. Endpoint Protection & Patching
Automatic OS security updates active
Verify Windows and macOS automatic updates are turned on for all laptops.
Centralized Antivirus/EDR installed
Run modern Endpoint Detection and Response tools instead of basic consumer scanners.
Local drive encryption active
Turn on BitLocker (Windows) or FileVault (macOS) to protect data if a laptop is stolen.
3. Employee Training
Phishing awareness guidelines shared
Train staff to verify the sender's actual address before clicking links or downloading attachments.
Wire transfer validation protocol set
Mandate verbal confirmation via phone before executing payments based on email instructions.
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