Michael Swanagan

Sr. Security Manager

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Michael is an Information Security Professional with 15 years of proven experience with a mission to help SMBs develop effective security strategies.

He has experience leading and supporting security projects and initiatives in the healthcare, finance, and advertising industry.

Michael specializes in Data Loss Prevention, implementing and supporting DLP in medium and large global organizations. His expertise lies in providing a DLP road map to protect your confidential data at the endpoint, in transit or network, or data at rest.

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What Is Endpoint Detection And Response (EDR)?

Michael Swanagan, CISSP March 20, 2024

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Michael Swanagan, CISSP March 3, 2024

Vulnerability & Patch Management Metrics: Top 10 KPIs

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Michael Swanagan, CISSP February 28, 2024

How To Reduce Your Attack Surface (6 Proven Strategies)

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Develop A Network Security Plan In 8 Steps

Michael Swanagan, CISSP February 27, 2024

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Michael Swanagan, CISSP February 24, 2024

Intrusion Detection VS Prevention Systems: What’s The Difference?

Michael Swanagan, CISSP February 23, 2024

How To Build A Cybersecurity Program For Small Businesses

Michael Swanagan, CISSP February 18, 2024

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