Jul 01 2024 19 mins
In today's episode, Connor Swalm (CEO - Phin Security) does a deep dive into cybersecurity challenges faced by SMBs with Reg Harnish, founder and CEO of Orbital Fire.
Reg shares his extensive experience in the cybersecurity realm, having previously co-founded and served as CTO of Autotask.
They discuss the unique needs of small businesses, the role MSPs play, and how best to approach cybersecurity within resource constraints.**
Takeaways:
1. Challenges for Small MSPs - Reg explains the biggest hurdles small businesses and MSPs encounter when tackling cybersecurity and emphasizes the need for tailored solutions.
2. Defined Roles in Cybersecurity - The discussion highlights the importance of clear jurisdiction between MSP technology roles and cybersecurity specialists like Orbital Fire.
3. Partnering for Success - Why partnering with a dedicated cybersecurity firm might be more beneficial for MSPs rather than trying to handle it in-house.
4. Educating the SMB Market - The necessity for increasing cybersecurity awareness and education among small businesses to improve overall security posture.
Connect with Reg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rharnish/
Website: https://orbitalfire.com/
Email: [email protected]
Connect with Connor Swalm on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/connor-swalm/
Phin Securities Website: phinsec.io/