Cybersecurity isn’t just about preventing hacks — it’s about keeping critical business operations running smoothly and ensuring sensitive data stays protected.
For finance professionals, asset managers, and IT teams, security is more than a compliance requirement; it’s a business necessity.
At Outsourced Information Technology (OIT), we view cybersecurity as a practical, daily choice to control what we can, rather than reacting only when threats appear.
This page is a growing collection of insights on cybersecurity, inspired by ISO 27001 principles.
Each article breaks down complex security concepts into actionable steps that help businesses stay secure and compliant.
What's Covered ?
While this series is a work in progress, the focus will expand into key cybersecurity areas, including:
Building a Cybersecurity Culture
Security starts with people, not just technology. Understanding how data in use becomes vulnerable in shared workspaces highlights the human factor in cybersecurity.
Risk Management
Identifying and addressing potential threats before they escalate. A proactive mindset is essential, especially when managing risks tied to data at rest inside servers, NAS devices, and storage systems.
Access Control & Identity Management
Ensuring the right people have access to the right data at the right time. This principle underpins secure systems, particularly when thinking about data in transit.
Incident Response & Business Continuity
Preparation is everything. Strengthening operational resilience often starts with smaller choices—like controlling what you can to protect against scams, long before a breach occurs.
Compliance & Regulations
Navigating MAS, PDPA, and global security standards requires both technical measures and clear internal policies.
Our Information Security category continues to expand with insights designed to meet these evolving expectations.
As this series grows, more articles will be added to cover the full spectrum of cybersecurity, with a focus on practical, real-world applications.
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Data Protection: Combating Scams by Controlling What You Can
Singapore saw over $1.1 billion lost to scams in 2024 alone. That’s not just a security problem—it’s a control problem. Whether you’re a business owner or a regular user, real data protection starts with knowing what you can control. One high-profile case revealed how...
Protecting Data in Use in Shared Workspaces
When people talk about cybersecurity, the conversation usually revolves around data that’s stored (data at rest) or data that’s being sent around (data in transit). But there’s a third category that often slips under the radar — data in use. This is the data you’re...
Data in Transit: How to Keep Your Information Safe
What is Data in Transit? Imagine you’re sending a secret message to a friend. If you write it on a postcard, anyone who gets their hands on it can read it. But if you put it in a locked box and only your friend has the key, your message stays private. That’s what...
Data at Rest: Why Your NAS or Server Needs Volume Encryption
When you buy a safe, you expect it to have a lock. T he same should apply when buying a NAS (a shared storage box for your office) or a server (a powerful computer that stores company data). If it doesn’t support encryption for data at rest, your data is like a safe...