The Business Owner's IT Podcast Ep. 47 - Shared Responsibility in IT. Who's REALLY Responsible?

Описание: Are YOU responsible for your company's IT? 🤔 Or is it your MSP? In this episode of The Business Owner's IT Podcast, hosts Anthony Gerasch and Ryan Carter delve into the concept of shared responsibility, a crucial component of both NIST 800-171 and CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification) compliance.

💻 Whether you're working with a Managed Services Provider or handling IT internally, understanding who is accountable for what can make or break your cybersecurity posture. Tony and Ryan share real-world insights about:

✅ How shared responsibility works in a managed IT environment.
✅ What business owners MUST understand about risk & accountability.
✅ Why business owners should stay involved with their IT strategy.
✅ The role of IT business reviews & shared responsibility matrices.
✅ Tips for small businesses working toward compliance (even with 2-3 employees!)
✅ Practical advice to avoid costly breaches and reputation damage.

📌 Chapters:
00:00 - Intro: Welcome to The Business Owner’s IT Podcast
00:17 - What is Shared Responsibility?
01:00 - CMMC Compliance Explained
02:05 - Who is REALLY Responsible? Business Owner vs. MSP
03:25 - IT Business Reviews & Why They Matter
04:16 - The Role of Business Owners in IT Success
05:27 - Setting Boundaries: Defining Shared Responsibility
06:28 - Benefits of a Shared Responsibility Model
07:19 - Building a Shared Responsibility Matrix
07:51 - Small Business Tips for CMMC & Compliance
08:41 - Continuous Improvement & Risk Management
09:14 - Q&A: How We Help Business Owners Stay Secure
09:56 - Why It Matters: Avoiding Business Impact & Reputation Loss
10:33 - Closing Thoughts & Next Week’s Episode Preview

👨‍💻 For Business Owners & Tech Champions:
If you're a business owner looking to navigate the world of IT compliance, cybersecurity frameworks (like CMMC & CIS) or want to build a stronger partnership with your IT provider—this episode is for you!

💬 Got questions about CMMC, NIST, or IT best practices? Drop them in the comments!

We love helping fellow business owners and tech champions stay secure and informed.

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