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Security That Protects What You Have Worked to Build
Cybersecurity is the layered set of defenses, policies, and habits that protect your business data, accounts, and operations from attackers. SOL-I.S. builds that protection on the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, the same standard used to identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover, so no single failure leaves you exposed. We protect small and mid-sized businesses across the Twin Cities South Metro.
Most breaches start with one weak point.
A single reused password, one employee clicking a convincing email, one device missing a patch. Small businesses are targeted precisely because attackers assume nobody is watching, and a serious breach can mean lost data, halted operations, regulatory exposure, and customers who no longer trust you. Recovery costs far more than prevention ever would.
How we deliver it
A disciplined approach, start to finish.
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We build in layers, not bandaids
Real security does not rest on one product. We combine endpoint protection, multi-factor authentication, email filtering, and trained people so that if one layer is tested, the others still hold. Defense in depth is the discipline, and we hold to it.
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We start with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
We assess your environment against an established national standard so our recommendations are grounded in proven practice, not guesswork. That means we identify what matters, protect it deliberately, watch for trouble, and have a plan to respond and recover when something happens.
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Your people are part of the defense
The strongest tools still rely on humans making good calls. We deliver security awareness training so your team can recognize phishing, social engineering, and the everyday tricks attackers use, turning your staff from the soft target into a line of defense.
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We test, document, and support compliance
We run risk assessments to find the gaps before an attacker does, document what we find, and help you meet the security requirements your industry or partners expect. Trust is earned by showing the work, and we show it.
What's included
Everything you get with Cybersecurity.
- Endpoint detection and response (EDR) on every covered device
- Multi-factor authentication rollout across critical accounts
- Email security and advanced phishing filtering
- Security awareness training for your team
- Risk assessments mapped to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Patch and vulnerability management
- Security policy guidance and documentation
- Compliance support for industry and partner requirements
- Ongoing monitoring and alerting for suspicious activity
The outcome
- A defensible security posture instead of crossed fingers
- Fewer successful phishing and credential attacks
- Clear documentation when partners or regulators ask
- Confidence that your data and reputation are protected
The cyber resilience cycle
Security is a continuous cycle, not a one-time fix.
Real protection means moving through every stage, again and again: identify what matters, protect it, detect threats early, respond decisively, recover fast, and anticipate what is next. We build your defenses around this full cycle, not a single product.
Answers
Cybersecurity: common questions
Is my small business really a target for cyberattacks?
Yes, and often more than large companies. Attackers target small and mid-sized businesses because they tend to have weaker defenses and assume nobody is watching. Automated attacks do not care how big you are, they look for the easy way in. That is exactly why layered protection matters for a business your size.
What is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and why do you use it?
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is a widely adopted standard, published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology, that organizes security into five functions: identify, protect, detect, respond, and recover. We build on it because it gives our work a proven structure rather than relying on opinion. It also makes your security posture easier to explain to partners, insurers, and auditors.
Will multi-factor authentication slow my team down?
Not in any way that matters. Modern MFA adds a quick confirmation step that takes seconds, and it stops the large majority of account takeover attempts that rely on stolen passwords. The minor extra step is far less disruptive than the alternative of a compromised account, and we set it up to fit how your team actually works.
How do you handle employee security training?
We deliver ongoing security awareness training that teaches your team to spot phishing, social engineering, and risky habits. Technology can only block so much, so we make your people part of the defense rather than the weak point. Training is practical and repeated, because awareness fades and threats keep changing.
Can you help us meet compliance requirements?
Yes. We help businesses document their security practices and meet the requirements set by their industry, insurers, or business partners. We start by assessing where you stand against recognized standards, then help close the gaps. We are honest about what compliance requires and what it does not.
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