In today’s digital economy, data is considered one of the most valuable digital resources any business can have. Data allows companies to understand their clients, detect problems, provide more effective hands-on solutions, and further leverage data to scale their operations within a highly competitive marketplace.
Data is multifaceted, and without it, the world would be an entirely different place. The various uses and importance of data have made it a target for malicious cybercriminals and hackers looking to infiltrate systems and obtain sensitive information.
The number of cyber incidents relating to data breaches and theft has grown exponentially over the last several years, costing companies millions in pounds to remedy the situation and retrieve their data.
By some estimates, companies can spend anything from £28 million to as much as £260 million to retrieve stolen or lost records. As the cost of these incidents, and level of sophistication become an ever-growing problem, one solution that could circumvent potential data breaches lies with cloud data loss prevention tools.
Defence Contracts International (DCI) stands guard against data breaches with a focus on Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions. This page explores the crucial role of DLP in the defence sector, alongside valuable resources for navigating cloud DLP tenders and contracts.
What is Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP)?
Cloud Data Loss Prevention or DLP is a multidisciplinary security technology that has been specifically designed to safeguard sensitive information and detect any potential threats that may occur in cloud environments.
According to Microsoft, cloud DLP solutions for the cloud are considered to be a security solution that prevents unsafe and inappropriate use, transfer or access of highly sensitive or classified information and protects sensitive data.
DLP solutions offer a multi-layered approach to:
Identify Sensitive Data: A DLP system can assist with the automated classification and identification of confidential data types. These systems are designed to monitor and safeguard various types of data, including classified documents, personally identifiable information (PII), and intellectual property, among other things.
Monitor Data Movement: Additionally, a DLP system helps monitor data transfers that may take place across various channels. This technology can be deployed to monitor emails, cloud storage applications and file-sharing platforms that may be used by connected enterprises.
Prevent Data Exfiltration: A key solution of DLP is the enforcement of security policies that prevent unauthorised access or data leaks. These actions further mitigate either accidental or malicious activity, and can involve data encryption, blocking or preventing suspicious transfers, and provide continuous user activity monitoring.
Achieve Security Compliance: Using Cloud data loss prevention (DLP) can assist enterprises in achieving compliance with industry and federal regulators. These may include, but are not limited to General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other domestic or international compliance and security standards.
Cloud Data Loss Prevention Tenders: Securing Your Defence Data
The United Kingdom’s defence sector shares and stores an immense amount of sensitive data. To prevent malicious intruders or bad actors from obtaining access to this information, the government, along with defence agencies, are now taking increasing measures to deploy cloud data loss prevention applications and protect sensitive data.
These digital applications are a valuable asset to any agency, and by issuing cloud data loss prevention tenders and contracts, agencies can seek to employ qualified vendors who can provide:
Comprehensive Data Protection: DLP solutions facilitate the safeguarding of sensitive data and enforce digital protection to ensure data remains secure within a cloud environment and prevent unauthorised access and exfiltration.
Compliance with Regulations: Defence procurement contractors and vendors are subject to strict data security regulations. By issuing data loss prevention contracts, defence agencies can empower organisations to demonstrate compliance with security and regulatory standards.
Enhanced Cloud Security Posture: To minimise exploitation of sensitive data, DLP systems provide active routine monitoring and control of data movements. Defence agencies can strengthen their overall cloud security posture by collaborating with trusted and reliable data prevention vendors.
Information and Data Recovery: Many DLP systems are designed to facilitate the recovery of stolen or lost data. In defence contracting, it’s important to have a plan in place to support technological systems following a cyberattack, data breach or any disruptive event.
Stakeholder Education and Support: Vendors should facilitate training exercises and provide educational support for all stakeholders, alongside employees. These exercises will help keep relevant stakeholders informed about detecting, reporting and preventing future threats.
Exploring the Cloud Data Loss Prevention Market
The Cloud Data Loss Prevention (DLP) market is experiencing significant growth fuelled by the rising number of cloud deployments and the growing awareness of data security threats. DCI provides access to a comprehensive database of cloud data loss prevention vendors, enabling informed decision-making for tender responses.
Responding to Cloud Data Loss Prevention Tenders
Any vendor with applicable services, experience and knowledge looking to participate in cloud loss data prevention tenders can leverage the wealth of resources provided by DCI to empower their success.
DCI resources support conventional standards, and include:
Targeted Tender Alerts: Vendors will receive real-time notifications for all relevant DLP tenders that are geared towards your expertise. Additionally, DCI tender alerts will inform vendors about the latest tenders that have been made publicly available.
In-depth Market Analysis: To build a credible tender proposal, DCI ensures that all applicable vendors can gain insights into the evolving DLP market landscape. This valuable information will enable vendors to identify new developments and potential tender opportunities.
Networking and Collaboration: Vendors have the option to connect with key decision makers operating in the defence sector. With the necessary exposure, vendors can showcase their cloud and DLP solutions to prospective buyers.
Partner with DCI to Secure Your Cloud Data Loss Prevention Bids
Cloud Data Loss Prevention has become the cornerstone of safeguarding highly important and classified information in the cloud network. Through the expertise of DCI, and by leveraging DCI resources, vendors can efficiently navigate the intricacies of cloud data loss prevention contracts and tenders.
DCI is a trusted and respected service provider within the defence sector that enables vendors to become more confident and ensure they have access to relevant contracts and tenders that closely align with their expertise.
