Benchmark Assignment: Small to Medium-Sized Business
This assignment serves to benchmark competency 3.4: Evaluate the implications of Internet use within Small to Medium-Sized Business (SMB) and data protection for Intellectual Property.
IT risk management relies on end-user and administrative compliance with the rules, regulations, and polices set up as a means of protecting information assets within the environment. Comprehension of the consequences and rewards of policy adherence is necessary if security professionals are expected to implement security, and risk management strategies that rely on the strength of policy management and distribution.
In a 750- to 1,250-word paper, evaluate the implications of Internet use within a SMB, as well as data protection for intellectual property. Make sure to address third-party vendors, cloud technology, and technology trends.
Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:
1. The answer should be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.
2. The response also includes a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student's name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.
3. Also include a reference page. The Citations and references should follow APA format. The reference page is not included in the required page length.