What "secure by default" means for modern IT support

Security shouldn't be an afterthought. Here's how we approach it.

**The basics (non-negotiable):**

1. **Access control:** Role-based permissions, MFA everywhere, regular access reviews
2. **Backups:** Automated, tested, stored in multiple locations
3. **Updates:** Automated security patches, dependency scanning
4. **Monitoring:** Alerts for suspicious activity, failed logins, unauthorized changes

**Common vulnerabilities we fix:**

- Default passwords still in use
- No backup or untested recovery procedures
- Missing security updates
- Over-permissioned accounts
- No logging or monitoring

**The "secure by default" mindset:**

Design systems that fail safely. Require explicit permission grants rather than blanket access. Log everything. Test disaster recovery procedures regularly.

Security isn't expensive—insecurity is. Most breaches exploit known vulnerabilities that had available patches.

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