In the realm of higher education and research, safeguarding sensitive data, ensuring compliance with complex regulations, and fostering a secure research environment are essential for maintaining academic integrity and advancing innovation. AuditVisor offers specialized compliance, audit, and security services tailored to the unique needs of universities, colleges, and research laboratories, helping you protect valuable data, comply with industry standards, and support your academic and research missions.
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Assess the institution’s cybersecurity policies and controls in alignment with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) framework. This audit evaluates five key areas: identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. It helps universities and research labs protect sensitive data and enhance their cybersecurity maturity.
Conduct a comprehensive audit against ISO 27001 standards to ensure the institution has a well-established Information Security Management System (ISMS). This audit focuses on risk management, incident response, and ensuring controls are in place to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive data.
Perform vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify weaknesses in the institution’s IT infrastructure. This includes scanning for vulnerabilities and simulating cyberattacks to identify exploitable security gaps, ensuring that sensitive research data and personal information are protected.
Audit cloud infrastructure and services to ensure they comply with security standards such as ISO 27017 and SOC 2. This audit helps institutions assess the security of their cloud environments and ensures the protection of data stored or processed in the cloud, especially for research activities.
Evaluate the institution’s preparedness for cybersecurity incidents by auditing incident response plans and protocols. This audit focuses on the institution’s ability to detect, respond to, and recover from security breaches or cyberattacks, minimizing downtime and data loss.
With the rise of digital health technologies, cybersecurity threats in the healthcare sector have become more sophisticated. We provide cybersecurity assessments, vulnerability scanning, and threat management services to protect your systems and patient data from cyberattacks.
Healthcare organizations must be prepared for any disruption to their operations. We help you develop and implement robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans that ensure your organization can continue to provide care and protect patient data in the event of an emergency.
Managing third-party vendors is crucial in healthcare, where data breaches often occur through vendors. We offer vendor risk management services to help you assess and monitor the security practices of your vendors, ensuring they meet your compliance and security standards.
AuditVisor understands the unique cybersecurity challenges in higher education and research. We bring deep expertise in securing sensitive academic data and navigating complex regulations like NIST, GDPR, and HIPAA.
Our customizable audit services range from vulnerability assessments to identity management, allowing institutions to choose solutions that fit their specific needs and compliance requirements.
With a track record of helping organizations meet regulatory standards, AuditVisor ensures not just compliance but also enhanced security to protect valuable academic and research data.
We provide continuous support to help institutions implement security improvements and stay ahead of emerging threats, offering forward-thinking solutions that grow with your needs.
OPTION 1: On-Site Fieldwork
We will provide you with an itinerary of our on-site visit in advance and work closely with you to make sure the fieldwork runs smoothly. During this time, we'll conduct thorough walkthroughs, assess control effectiveness through testing procedures, gather necessary documentation for review, and more - all while keeping timeliness top of mind. Once completed, we’ll present the initial results during a final exit interview session so that there is clarity around the next steps needed to generate your SOC report. Our aim is 90-95% completion at the end of site visits; ensuring accuracy as well as timely delivery!
OPTION 2:Auditing just got easier - AuditSimple streamlines the process, leveraging technology to provide a virtual audit engagement solution that saves time and effort. Using minimal hardware requirements paired with collaborative software and cameras, we can confidently complete audits in real-time. Additionally, our secure server network provides us with access to required databases used during an audit process; this eliminates manual procedures or lengthy processing times associated with manual processes saving us a considerable amount of time during auditing engagements as well as unnecessary travel time.
A cybersecurity audit assesses the institution's security policies, procedures, and systems. The scope includes evaluating compliance with relevant standards (such as NIST or ISO 27001), identifying vulnerabilities in IT infrastructure, and ensuring the protection of sensitive academic and research data.
AuditVisor works closely with institutions during the planning phase to customize the audit based on their specific security requirements, compliance goals, and areas of concern. This ensures that the audit addresses the unique cybersecurity challenges faced by educational and research organizations.
We cover a variety of standards, including NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, and FERPA. Our audits help ensure institutions meet these standards and secure their sensitive data.
At the end of the audit, AuditVisor provides a detailed report that includes the findings from vulnerability assessments, compliance gaps, and actionable recommendations to improve your institution’s security posture. The report is tailored to help you prioritize risks and implement the necessary fixes.
The duration of a cybersecurity audit depends on the size of the institution and the complexity of the systems being audited. Typically, the process ranges from a few weeks to a couple of months, including planning, preparation, testing, and reporting phases.
Vulnerability assessments and penetration testing identify potential security weaknesses and simulate cyberattacks to expose any exploitable vulnerabilities. By addressing these vulnerabilities, institutions can strengthen their defenses and prevent unauthorized access to sensitive research data.
Yes, AuditVisor provides continuous support to help institutions implement the recommended security improvements. We work with your IT and security teams to ensure the vulnerabilities are addressed, and compliance measures are fully implemented.
It's recommended to conduct cybersecurity audits annually or after significant changes to your IT infrastructure, such as system upgrades or adopting new cloud solutions. Regular audits ensure that your security measures are up-to-date and in compliance with the latest regulations.
If you're looking for a compliance partner you can trust, look no further than AuditVisor. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you achieve and maintain compliance.
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