Cybersecurity compliance isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about building a business that can withstand evolving threats, earn customer trust, and respond confidently to audits and assessments. Yet for many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), knowing where to begin can be daunting. What does a good control look like? How do frameworks like NIST and ISO apply to a business that doesn’t have a full-time compliance officer?

“Compliance & Risk Management 101: Using NIST and ISO to Protect Your Business” is designed to answer these questions in plain language. This session provides practical insights into two of the world’s most widely used cybersecurity and risk management frameworks: the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and ISO/IEC 27001. Instead of diving deep into technical jargon, the focus is on how these frameworks can be realistically applied to day-to-day operations.

Participants will learn how to build the business case for implementing security and compliance controls—even in smaller organizations. The session explains how aligning with these standards helps reduce liability, improve vendor relationships, and prepare for customer and regulatory audits. More importantly, it shows how to start small, using free or low-cost tools to gradually raise your organization’s maturity level.

The session will also cover how to perform basic internal gap assessments—an essential first step in identifying areas of non-compliance and prioritizing fixes. You’ll gain insights into what auditors typically look for and how to prepare documentation and evidence in ways that are efficient and organized.

Another important theme is how to develop a risk-aware culture. Compliance isn’t just a once-a-year project; it’s a continuous process that involves people, processes, and technology. You'll learn strategies for embedding risk awareness into your company’s culture, ensuring that compliance efforts are not only sustainable but also supported from the ground up.

Whether your goal is to pursue ISO certification, align with NIST guidelines, or simply prepare for future audits and client questionnaires, this session gives you the foundational knowledge and tools to take your first confident steps. With practical advice and real-world examples, it’s ideal for IT managers, operations leads, and business owners looking to strengthen their compliance posture without overcomplicating the process.

By the end of the session, you’ll be equipped with the confidence and clarity to begin aligning your business practices with leading frameworks, ensuring that your organization is not only protected but also positioned for growth.

Areas Covered    

Comparing NIST CSF vs. ISO/IEC 27001

Who Should Attend    

Small business owners, IT Managers, Consultants

Why Should You Attend 

Compliance may seem like a challenge reserved for large enterprises with legal teams and full-time auditors, but the truth is, small and mid-sized businesses are increasingly under the same scrutiny. Whether from regulators, customers, or partners, the expectation is clear: your organization must be able to demonstrate how it protects its data, manages risk, and meets basic security standards.

This session, “Compliance & Risk Management 101: Using NIST and ISO to Protect Your Business,” is a must-attend for any business leader, IT manager, or risk owner seeking to build that capability, without needing a compliance background or expensive consulting firm.

You’ll walk away with a better understanding of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and ISO/IEC 27001—not just what they are, but how to start applying them in a way that makes sense for your size and budget. More importantly, you’ll gain access to practical methods for identifying gaps, aligning policies, and preparing your organization for audits, vendor reviews, or customer security assessments.

If you’ve ever struggled with where to start or felt unsure about how to talk about compliance in business terms, this webinar is for you. It delivers actionable guidance, real-world tips, and tools you can use immediately. Attending this session is a smart first step toward reducing risk and building long-term business resilience.

Topic Background

For many small to mid-sized businesses, compliance is seen as a burden rather than a strategic asset. But with increasing regulatory pressure, customer demands, and cyber threats, understanding how to manage risk and align with industry-recognized frameworks has become essential, not optional. Yet, navigating frameworks like NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) or ISO/IEC 27001 can feel overwhelming, especially for organizations without dedicated compliance teams.

This webinar, “Compliance & Risk Management 101: Using NIST and ISO to Protect Your Business,” aims to demystify these frameworks and show how they can be practically applied, even in resource-constrained environments. The goal is not to achieve perfection, but to start building a strong foundation for managing risk, protecting sensitive data, and improving operational resilience.

Understanding these frameworks isn’t just for auditors or large enterprises—it’s for any business that wants to be credible, secure, and prepared. Whether you’re preparing for your first audit or just beginning to document internal policies, this session will help clarify how you can leverage globally recognized standards to strengthen your operations and mitigate risk, without breaking the bank.