Supply Chain and Third-Party Risks During COVID-19

April 29, 2020 Carrie Whysall

Carrie Whysall, Director of Managed Security Services for CynergisTek discuss supply chain and third-party risks and why managing the level of risk brought into your organization is so important. Carrie breaks down the impacts your organization could be facing due to the COVID-19 pandemic. She will examine the importance of vendor security management and the process of building and maintaining relationships with your vendors to ensure you have a clear understanding of the services being provided and the risks that may be inherent in that relationship with the vendor, especially in regards to new telehealth vendors you may be using during the COVID pandemic. Carrie will also discuss what an effective VRM program entails and how your VRM program can help you determine, manage, and monitor potential third-party risks.

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Carrie Whysall is the Director of Managed Security Services (CISM) for CynergisTek. Carrie is a proven IT executive leader with a solid track record of HIPAA enforcement and security assurance. With a depth of expertise in the management and implementation of strategic security programs that provide operational excellence. Acknowledged for exceptional performance in process improvements change management and facilitation of multiple projects while ensuring security compliance.
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