ITCSecure Advanced

Comprehensive Cybersecurity for SMBs

Full‑stack security aligned to CIS18. Optional add‑ons are available for ISO 27001, NIST CSF 2.0, CMMC, and HIPAA certification preparation.

What’s Included in ITCSecure Advanced

Core Protections

  • Email Security & Encryption
  • Identity Threat Detection & Response
  • 24/7 Monitoring & Incident Response
  • Automatic Patching
  • Endpoint Detection & Response

Advanced Security

  • Zero Trust Security Framework
  • Dark Web Monitoring & Alerts

Management & Training

  • CvCISO Monthly Consulting
  • IT Asset Management & Tracking
  • Cybersecurity Awareness Training & Phishing Simulations
  • Policy Development & Roadmapping

Pricing

ITCSecure Advanced Plan

$85 / user / month

CvCISO consulting available at $225/hr. Volume and annual pricing discounts are available.

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Optional Add‑On Services (Not Included in Advanced)

Technical Services

  • Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
  • Password Manager
  • Network Security Management & Monitoring
  • Advanced Risk Assessments (SOC 2, NIST CSF, ISO 27001)
  • Penetration Testing
  • Digital Forensics

Compliance & Business Continuity

  • Backup / Disaster Recovery – Full Image & File‑Level
  • ISO 27001 Certification Prep
  • NIST CSF 2.0 Alignment
  • HIPAA & CMMC Readiness
  • Multi‑Cloud Encryption & Tokenization
  • Keys Management
  • SD‑WAN & Wi‑Fi Deployments
  • Unified Communications & Hardware Supply

Resources: Managed IT & Cybersecurity for Small Business

Benefits of Managed IT Services

ITCSecure Advanced delivers the benefits of managed IT services for SMBs in St. Petersburg and nationwide—centralized data security management, network security solutions, and proactive monitoring that helps protect from ransomware while reducing downtime.

  • Managed IT Services near me (St. Petersburg and Nationwide)
  • Network security management & certification guidance
  • Password Management & Information Security Development and Training

Cybersecurity for Small Business

Our team combines certified virtual chief information security officer (CvCISO) expertise with practical cyber security solutions and tools. We help small businesses understand cyber security risks, prepare for cyber security attacks, and align with cyber security compliance frameworks.

  • Risk assessment cybersecurity & third party risk management
  • Disaster recovery planning for small businesses
  • Data breach insurance coverage support documentation

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5 Cybersecurity Tips for Remote and Hybrid Workforce

by Jeff Birner, Owner / CEO of IT Consulting St. Petersburg LLC

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Introduction

The rise of remote work has been a boon for productivity, flexibility, and the ability to work from home. But with the increased freedom comes increased risk. With that in mind, here are five cybersecurity tips for working remotely.

Staying up to date on your antivirus and security patches

Remote workers should take extra precautions when working from home

You should take extra precautions when working from home. It is important to use a VPN, secure your laptop with an antivirus, and use a separate phone for work. You also should have a separate email address and credit card for work purposes. You also need to keep all of your social media accounts private so that you can be more secure online. Finally, if possible, it would be good practice to have remote workers use cloud storage services like Dropbox in order to store sensitive data securely in the cloud instead of on their own computer or mobile device.

Not using public WiFi for work

The first step to keeping your business safe is to avoid using any public WiFi while working. Public WiFi isn’t secure, and it can be used by attackers to gain access to your data. By default, every device that connects to the internet has a unique identifier called an IP address (IPv4). This number allows websites and other devices on the same network—like printers or routers—to identify each other and send information back and forth in a secure manner. Attackers can use these identifiers as well as weak passwords from users who don’t know better when trying to infiltrate their networks.

To protect yourself when connecting remotely, you should use Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) whenever possible. VPNs encrypt all information sent between your computer and their servers so no one else can see what you’re doing online without first decrypting it themselves; they also mask where you’re located so any attacker looking up IP addresses won’t see yours associated with the website or service being accessed at that moment in time.* However, not all organizations offer this type of security measure yet; if yours doesn’t currently have one set up yet but plans on implementing one in the future then consider using paid WiFi instead until they do so.* If neither are available options then consider purchasing personal hot spot from Verizon Wireless which comes equipped with built-in encryption software for added protection against hackers trying everything from installing malware onto devices like laptops running Windows operating systems through browsers like Mozilla Firefox, etc. 

Using a VPN, if possible – but not all VPNs are created equal.

If you have the option to use a VPN, it’s definitely worth your time. But not all VPNs are created equal. Some are more user-friendly than others, some are more secure than others, and some are just plain more expensive.

Some of the most popular options include:

Requiring MFA for all accounts, if possible

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a good way to protect your online accounts. It requires that you verify your identity with more than just a password. You can do this by. 

The number of people who use multifactor authentication (MFA) has been steadily increasing, but lots of people still don’t use it at all. If you’re not using it, consider implementing MFA for all your accounts or at least some of them, especially if they contain sensitive information such as banking details and credit card numbers.

Conclusion

The takeaway here is that remote workers have a higher risk of being hacked than in-office employees. The key to protecting yourself on the job is to stay informed and take precautions. Don’t forget to use MFA wherever possible, and be sure that all of your devices are up-to-date with antivirus patches before using them for work purposes. For more tips on cybersecurity best practices for remote workers, stay up to date with our blog! 

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