
IT Asset Disposition & Data Security with Rocco D'Amico | CyberSound Podcast by Vancord | Ep 111
09/24/24 • 18 min
In this September 2024 episode of CyberSoundTM, Vancord's cybersecurity podcast, co-hosts Jason, Michael and Steve sit down with Rocco D'Amico, CEO of Brass Valley, to discuss the critical impact of IT asset disposition (ITAD) on data security and regulatory compliance. Rocco highlights essential best practices for secure data destruction, focusing on NIST 800-88 standards for data erasure and hard drive shredding, while exposing the risks of outdated methods like DoD 5220.22-M. The conversation stresses the importance of maintaining a proper chain of custody to safeguard sensitive information.
Rocco also introduces Brass Valley's innovative circular economy initiative, which repurposes decommissioned IT assets and donates laptops to students in Ghana. This episode is a must-listen for businesses aiming to enhance their data protection strategy, stay compliant, and implement sustainable IT asset management practices.
At Vancord, we are a top-rated IT & cybersecurity company with two locations in CT servicing the US. As a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), our services include:
Managed IT Services
Penetration Testing
Virtual Information Security Services (vISO)
Security Strategy & Regulatory Compliance
Cybersecurity Incident Response
Discover Vancord’s cybersecurity readiness and response services. For a Limited Time, Vancord’s Security Experts are Offering Manufacturers and other eligible companies a “TableTop” Cybersecurity Exercise.
* Inquire Today: A No-Cost 90 Minute Tabletop Exercise * https://meeting.vancord.com/meetings/jpufahl
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In this September 2024 episode of CyberSoundTM, Vancord's cybersecurity podcast, co-hosts Jason, Michael and Steve sit down with Rocco D'Amico, CEO of Brass Valley, to discuss the critical impact of IT asset disposition (ITAD) on data security and regulatory compliance. Rocco highlights essential best practices for secure data destruction, focusing on NIST 800-88 standards for data erasure and hard drive shredding, while exposing the risks of outdated methods like DoD 5220.22-M. The conversation stresses the importance of maintaining a proper chain of custody to safeguard sensitive information.
Rocco also introduces Brass Valley's innovative circular economy initiative, which repurposes decommissioned IT assets and donates laptops to students in Ghana. This episode is a must-listen for businesses aiming to enhance their data protection strategy, stay compliant, and implement sustainable IT asset management practices.
At Vancord, we are a top-rated IT & cybersecurity company with two locations in CT servicing the US. As a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), our services include:
Managed IT Services
Penetration Testing
Virtual Information Security Services (vISO)
Security Strategy & Regulatory Compliance
Cybersecurity Incident Response
Discover Vancord’s cybersecurity readiness and response services. For a Limited Time, Vancord’s Security Experts are Offering Manufacturers and other eligible companies a “TableTop” Cybersecurity Exercise.
* Inquire Today: A No-Cost 90 Minute Tabletop Exercise * https://meeting.vancord.com/meetings/jpufahl
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Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by
subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻.
Stay Connected with us 🤳
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity
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- Managed IT Services
- Penetration Testing
- Virtual Information Security Services (vISO)
- Security Strategy & Regulatory Compliance
- Cybersecurity Incident Response
Discover Vancord’s cybersecurity readiness and response services. For a Limited Time, Vancord’s Security Experts are Offering Manufacturers and other eligible companies a “TableTop” Cybersecurity Exercise.
* Inquire Today: A No-Cost 90 Minute Tabletop Exercise *
______________
Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by
subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻.
Stay Connected with us 🤳
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity
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At Vancord, we are a top-rated IT & cybersecurity company with two locations in CT servicing the US. As a Managed Security Services Provider (MSSP), our services include:
Managed IT Services
Penetration Testing
Virtual Information Security Services (vISO)
Security Strategy & Regulatory Compliance
Cybersecurity Incident Response
Discover Vancord’s cybersecurity readiness and response services. For a Limited Time, Vancord’s Security Experts are Offering Manufacturers and other eligible companies a “TableTop” Cybersecurity Exercise.
Inquire Today: A No-Cost 90 Minute Tabletop Exercise * https://meeting.vancord.com/meetings/.
______________
Stay up to date on the latest cybersecurity news and industry insights by
subscribing to our channel and visiting our blog at https://www.vancord.com/💻.
Stay Connected with us 🤳
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vancord
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancordCS
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vancordsecurity/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/VancordSecurity
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