In the world where we use computers and the internet every day, there’s something really important called cybersecurity. This is like having strong locks on the doors to your digital life to protect you from thieves who want to steal information or cause trouble. To make sure everyone has the best locks possible, a group called the CIS Controls Community comes together. These are people who know a lot about digital security, and they volunteer to help make the internet a safer place for everyone.

One of these kind-hearted helpers is Shane Markley. Shane is one of the many volunteers who shares his knowledge about how to keep people safe online. By joining forces with others who have similar skills, he helps to create guidelines that organizations can follow to protect themselves from cyber-attacks. Think of it like a community watch, but for the internet! These volunteers come from all different places and backgrounds, but they have one thing in common: they want to help make the online world safer without asking for anything in return.

Being a volunteer with the CIS Controls Community is a way to give back. Shane and other volunteers use their powers for good by sharing what they know. They help make sure that businesses, schools, and even your own home can be better protected from those who might want to sneak in through the digital back door. These guidelines they work on are shared for free, so even if someone can’t afford a fancy security system, they can still keep their information safe.

Cybersecurity is like a puzzle, and each volunteer, including Shane Markley, helps to put a piece in the right spot. When everyone works together, the online world becomes a better, more secure place for all of us. You can find out more about Shane’s work with the CIS Controls Community by checking out the full blog at www.cisecurity.org/insights/blog/cis-controls-community-volunteer-spotlight-shane-markley.

And just like Shane and others are doing their part to help with cybersecurity, there are experts ready to step in when you need more help. This is where Diversified Outlook Group comes in. They know all about finding the right solutions for keeping your digital information safe. If you’re interested in learning how to strengthen the cybersecurity for your own business or have questions about what you can do to protect yourself online, reach out to them at support@diversifiedoutlookgroup.com. They’re there to offer you guidance and help just like the volunteers at the CIS Controls Community.