{"id":24301,"date":"2025-07-21T16:32:03","date_gmt":"2025-07-21T16:32:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thestrategystory.com\/blog\/?p=24301"},"modified":"2025-07-21T16:32:05","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T16:32:05","slug":"how-to-audit-your-it-companys-network-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thestrategystory.com\/blog\/how-to-audit-your-it-companys-network-security\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Audit Your IT Company\u2019s Network Security?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Running an IT company without regularly checking in on your network security? That\u2019s like leaving the front door to your home open and hoping that no one walks in. According to Verizon\u2019s 2025 DBIR<\/a>, system intrusions were the most common type of breach in 2024, accounting for 36% of incidents.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When cybercriminals are on the hunt for new targets, they always look for poorly guarded network infrastructure. After all, the weaker the security, the easier it is to penetrate. Doing a full audit of your setup is an absolute necessity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, auditing your security isn\u2019t about panicking or overreacting. It\u2019s about gaining clarity. Once you break it down and take it one layer at a time, the whole process becomes manageable, giving you peace of mind that your systems, client data, and company reputation are better protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s explore how to audit your IT company\u2019s network security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Assess the Network Security Policy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Healthcare is the most targeted critical infrastructure sector for cyber threats. The FBI\u2019s 2024 Internet Crime Report<\/a> logged 444 incidents in 2024 alone, including 238 ransomware attacks \u2014 more than any other industry. Needless to say, networks with the weakest security policies in place are targeted and exploited first.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before you start poking around with tools and diagnostics, take a look at your existing security policy, which outlines how your company handles cybersecurity. It should cover everything from how you manage passwords to how devices connect to the network. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t have a clear, written policy, that\u2019s your first red flag. Even if you do have one, it might be outdated, as technology and the methods attackers use constantly evolve. If your policy is more than a year old, it\u2019s likely missing essential updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember that network security policy management<\/a> is more than just checking a box. The threats your company faces today are more complex than ever, and they won\u2019t stop evolving. Without regular updates and smart changes to your approach, your policies quickly become stale and ineffective. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Strong policy management enforces strict access control measures and establishes incident response procedures, creating a dynamic approach to network security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Business Policy: Meaning, Types, and Examples<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check Both the Hardware and the Software Side<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019ve reviewed the policy, it’s time to examine the actual tools and systems that hold everything together. This approach involves taking stock of all the routers, firewalls, switches, servers, and endpoint devices that comprise your infrastructure. Devices that are no longer receiving security updates are low-hanging fruit for attackers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ask the following questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n