Allison Davis Ward is a Partner at CapinTech. Throughout her time as an information systems auditor and senior manager, Allison has provided information security assessment and consulting services primarily for nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, and health facilities. In addition to these services, she has provided clients with consulting services in risk assessment and policy development engagements.
February 3, 2021 - Cyber insurance can be a critical component of an effective information security strategy, but it should not be the only layer of control your organization implements. Here’s what to consider.
December 11, 2020 - Many higher education institutions are still struggling to become fully compliant with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), but noncompliance could have significant ramifications. Here’s what to consider, and the steps you should take.
October 28, 2020 - While cybersecurity requires financial resources, it’s a myth to think that the cost is too high to justify. Learn why “saving” money by not investing in security now can cause significant financial loss in the future.
October 16, 2020 - With the growing threat of cyber breaches, it’s crucial to be aware of the risks that vendors can pose to an organization and manage them accordingly.
October 14, 2020 - Learn why cybersecurity is the responsibility of every employee, and steps you can take to make it a priority for your entire organization.
October 7, 2020 - IT and InfoSec are two very different functions, and relying on the IT function alone to secure your organization would be a disservice to you, your donors, your constituents, and your mission.
September 28, 2020 - Learn about the risk posed by the Zerologon vulnerability and why you should not delay in applying the patch to mitigate it.
August 7, 2020 - What to do after the recent Blackbaud cyber breach — including steps to take even if your nonprofit or higher education institution wasn’t affected.
June 29, 2020 - If your organization uses a cloud computing environment, it’s important to understand the inherent security risks and take steps to reduce them.
April 28, 2020 - Zoom has become a very popular videoconferencing solution, but many security concerns have started to surface. Here's what your organization should know if you use Zoom or are considering it.
