The Hybrid Work Model and Its Impact on the Threat Landscape
Technology has given many workers the ability to work virtually anywhere. While this has helped drive up productivity and employee satisfaction, the hybrid- and remote-work movement has also helped cyber criminals as they continually hunt for ways inside an organization's systems. Read this timely article that outlines the security risks with a hybrid workforce and what you can do to limit your organization's risks.
What is the hybrid work model?
The hybrid work model is a flexible work arrangement where employees can work both in-office and remotely. It comes in various forms, such as remote-first, where employees primarily work from home but have office access, and office-occasional, where employees mainly work in the office but can work from home as needed. This model allows for a blend of in-person collaboration and remote work, reshaping the traditional workplace.
How has employee preference shifted post-pandemic?
Post-pandemic, there has been a notable shift in employee preferences. A Gallup survey from March 2022 revealed that 59% of U.S. workers with remote-capable jobs prefer a hybrid work environment, while only 9% want to return to the office full-time. This indicates a significant transformation in how employees view their work settings, with many favoring flexibility.
What are the cybersecurity implications of hybrid work?
The hybrid work model introduces several cybersecurity challenges, primarily due to the increased number of endpoints and remote access points. With employees working from various locations, the attack surface for cybercriminals expands. Organizations need to implement borderless security measures, secure IoT devices, and enhance employee training on cybersecurity to mitigate risks associated with remote work.
The Hybrid Work Model and Its Impact on the Threat Landscape
published by Advanced Healthcare Solutions LLC
Since 2012, Advanced Healthcare Solutions, LLC has been an industry leader in IT sourcing and antimicrobial product protection for the healthcare, education, B2B and government sectors. Born out of a desire to help improve public health, AHS’ core focus is emergency procurement and deployment of antimicrobial technologies and services.
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