SFTP Security – Is It Truly Secure?
Is SFTP enough to keep my files secure when shared? We understand the worry and have compiled ways to keep your data as secure as possible through SFTP. Is SFTP...
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Posts by Robert Dougherty
Robert Dougherty, Director of Communications, Kiteworks
Rob Dougherty is director of communications at Kiteworks. He is responsible for corporate communications, public relations, and customer advocacy. Prior to Kiteworks, Rob was a strategic communications consultant with FTIConsulting, helping senior executives in multiple industries craft, communicate, and measure compelling events like mergers and acquisitions, restructurings, quarterly earnings, and more. Before FTI, Rob managed financial communications functions at Covad, the telecommunication industry’s first residential broadband provider, and Selectica, a leader in configuration, pricing, and quoting software. Rob holds a Master’s degree from San Jose State University and a Bachelor’s degree from Pepperdine University.
Understand and Adhere to GDPR Data Residency Requirements
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that was implemented in May 2018 to safeguard the privacy rights of individuals within the European Union (EU)...
Sending PII Over Email: Security & Compliance Considerations
If your business receives PII over email from customers, contractors, or other individuals, there are strict regulations you must follow to avoid costly fines. Is it safe to send PII...
Top Cloud SFTP Solutions: The Ultimate Guide to Secure File Transfer Solutions in 2025
As cyber threats reach unprecedented levels of sophistication and data protection regulations become increasingly stringent, selecting the right secure file transfer protocol (SFTP) solution has never been more critical for...
HIPAA Audit Logs: Complete Requirements for Healthcare Compliance in 2025
HIPAA audit logs serve as your organization’s electronic paper trail, documenting every interaction with protected health information (PHI) to ensure accountability and regulatory compliance. In this post, we’ll examine what...
5 Best Secure File Sharing Solutions for Enterprises
Secure file sharing solutions are important for enterprises to securely exchange sensitive content between employees, customers, and partners. It is critical for enterprises to ensure that content is secure and...
How to Email PII in Compliance with GDPR: Your Guide to Secure Email Communications
The exchange of personal information has become an everyday necessity. From customer details to employee records, organizations routinely send sensitive data via email across networks, devices, and borders. Yet this...
What Is a HIPAA Breach and What Should You Do if You Have One?
Your organization has had a HIPAA breach—now what do you do? Who do you notify, and what must you tell them? Are you subject to penalties? We’ll explain that and...
NIS 2 Guide: Zero-trust Framework as the Key to Compliance
Why NIS-2 and Zero Trust Are Crucial for Your Cybersecurity The NIS-2 Directive mandates thousands of companies in Europe to adhere to higher cybersecurity standards. Meanwhile, the national implementation is...
Beyond Passwords: How Digital Rights Management Protects Saudi Intellectual Property
Digital assets now determine which businesses thrive and which falter in the modern marketplace. For Saudi organizations, Digital Rights Management (DRM) has become indispensable to intellectual property protection – a...
How Zero-trust Data Exchange Prepares You for NIS 2
In an era where cyber threats are continuously increasing in complexity and sophistication, there is no room for complacency in the cybersecurity of European organizations. The upcoming implementation of the...
When Cyber Threats Rise: Why Virtual Data Rooms Are a Game-Changer for Saudi Business Security
Confidential trade secrets, proprietary algorithms, and sensitive financial records face unprecedented exposure as Saudi businesses accelerate their digital transformation. Under Vision 2030’s ambitious modernization plans, protecting intellectual assets has evolved...
How to Choose the Right FedRAMP Authorization Level for Your Organization
Achieving FedRAMP authorization represents a significant milestone for cloud service providers looking to serve the federal government market. The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) creates a standardized approach...
CMMC 2.0 Compliance: A Critical Guide for Aerospace Manufacturers in the Defense Industrial Base
Aerospace manufacturers represent a critical segment of the Defense Industrial Base (DIB), producing everything from tactical aircraft and transport planes to advanced aerospace systems and components. As the Department of...
Guide to FedRAMP Documentation for IT, Risk, and Compliance Professionals
The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program, or FedRAMP, is vital for organizations providing cloud services to federal agencies. This program sets stringent requirements to ensure the security and reliability...