How to Protect The Digital Identity of Your Employees?

Employees are now more vulnerable than ever to cyber attacks. This has led many organizations to limit what personal information they collect from new hires, and/or require employees to allow them access to their social media accounts, online banking sites, etc. to better protect the company’s digital assets.

Proximity Authentication

One way to help protect employees’ digital identities is through proximity authentication. This involves using a physical security key through an integrated Hideez IAM Solution to unlock devices and log into applications. The key is a small, Bluetooth-enabled device that can be used to unlock devices and log into applications, websites, and networks. It can store passwords, generate dynamic security keys, display notifications and manage access to applications. The key can be used in combination with existing credentials or as a standalone verification tool for multi-factor authentication.

Two-Factor Authenticator

Another way to help protect employees’ digital identities is through the use of two-factor authentication apps. This app provides an extra layer of security by requiring employees to input a one-time code, which is generated by the app, in addition to their username and password. An authenticator app is available for both Android and iOS devices. This also allows employees to access their accounts from multiple devices. Going passwordless is crucial because employees are often at risk on more than one device. Some of the most vulnerable passwords that an organization’s employees use are those that have been recycled from previous places of employment or for personal reasons, such as a favorite sports team. 

Secure Server and Compliance with Breach Notification Laws

To protect employee data, it is important to use a secure server. A secure server uses encryption to protect information as it is being sent between the server and the client. This makes it difficult for hackers to intercept and read sensitive data. Another way to protect employees’ digital identities is by ensuring that your organization complies with data breach notification laws. Data breach notification laws require organizations to notify employees and customers of a data breach within a certain timeframe. If your organization experiences a data leak, you can be fined for not informing affected parties in time.

Business Continuity Planning

To protect employee digital identities it is important to implement business continuity plans that include cybersecurity measures. To make sure your business can survive a cyber attack, it is important to have a plan in place in the event of an emergency. This includes having regular cybersecurity tests where vulnerabilities are identified and addressed, in addition to establishing incident response procedures that allow employees to handle the situation in the best way possible. This also includes training employees to be aware of what to look out for in the event of an attack.

The need for strong cybersecurity measures is now more important than ever before. Companies are becoming increasingly aware that they are responsible for protecting their employees’ digital identities, as well as sensitive company data. Organizations should look into implementing solutions that can help protect their employees’ identities. By taking these steps, your organization can help protect its digital assets and employees’ identities.