October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month—and here in Tampa Bay, it’s the perfect time to stop and ask: is your workplace helping or hurting your security posture?
Most breaches we see—from St. Pete to Bradenton—don’t involve elite hackers. They happen because of everyday habits: clicking a sketchy email link, ignoring software updates, or using a weak password… again.
The good news? A few small changes can lead to major protection. Here are 4 cybersecurity habits your firm needs to adopt now:
1. Start Talking About Cybersecurity
It shouldn’t be just an IT thing. Bring cybersecurity into everyday conversations:
- Kick off staff meetings with quick reminders
- Share real scam stories happening in Tampa Bay
- Normalize asking “is this email real?”
When it becomes second nature, your people will be your best defense.
2. Don’t Just Meet Compliance—Own It
Whether it’s HIPAA, IRS guidelines, or just client expectations, staying compliant shows you take data seriously.
- Review your cybersecurity policies
- Document staff training
- Make compliance a shared priority across your team
3. Think Continuity, Not Just Recovery
If ransomware hit tomorrow, how fast could you bounce back? Without a tested backup and recovery plan, most businesses stumble hard.
- Test restoring a critical file
- Confirm automated backups are working
- Outline your response plan and practice it
4. Build a Cyber-Smart Culture
Security is a team sport. Create a culture where:
- Strong passwords and MFA are standard
- People get praised for reporting phishing attempts
- Secure behavior is expected—not exceptional
Cybersecurity Starts With People
Software matters, but your people make the difference. Firms across Tampa Bay are taking cyber threats seriously—and so should you.
Let Reef Cyber Security help you create a resilient, cyber-smart workplace. We specialize in helping small firms like yours stay safe without slowing down.
📞 Call (727) 620-5525 or book a free discovery call today
