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Mike Burgard

Mike Burgard

Mike Burgard is problem solver who thrives on creating new solutions that address real-world challenges, managing the risk around the solutions, and he likes to win. In addition to keeping a keen eye on Marco’s internal security as Chief Information Security Officer, Mike helps customers identify risk, evaluate the best methods of protection for their systems, and secure their information assets. Mike joined Marco in 2016 as a solutions architect, specializing in Data Center and security technologies. He became Director of Strategic Operations, where he led initiatives to improve Marco's security offerings before being named CISO in 2018. He led the company through a successful SOC 2 Report process that provides clear assurances of Marco’s security controls. He currently oversees Marco's information and data security, cyber resiliency and compliance programs.

Unpacking Statement by President Biden on Nation's Cybersecurity

By: Mike Burgard
March 25, 2022

President Biden issued a statement on March 21st urging organizations to harden their defenses immediately in response to the unprecedented sanctions imposed on Russia and their threat to conduct malicious cyber activity against the United States. The statement includes a fact sh…

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What is Block and Tackle in Cybersecurity?

By: Mike Burgard
February 28, 2022

In the wake of the recent ransomware attack on the San Francisco 49ers, it's a bit "on the nose" to explain block and tackle cybersecurity. But as ransomware groups are becoming more professionalized in how they select their victims and carry out their attacks, it's urgent that e…

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Be Aware of Continuing COVID-19 Scams and New Safeguards to Implement

By: Mike Burgard
December 6, 2021

Whenever there’s a shakeup of some sort, scammers swoop in to capitalize on our vulnerabilities. Since March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic began, we have seen a shakeup in our economy, our workplaces and our lives. As a result, cybercriminals are out in force trying to prey on…

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Consider a Cybersecurity Career at Marco

By: Mike Burgard
October 18, 2021

Cyber risk is constantly evolving and at an increasingly rapid rate. The current threat landscape—especially in the wake of incidents like Colonial Pipeline, JBS and Kaseya—have impacted cyber insurance and data security.  It’s no surprise, then, that cybersecurity is one of the …

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7 Common Cyber Attacks (and How to Protect & Defend your Business)

By: Mike Burgard
October 11, 2021

Cybersecurity is an ongoing and growing concern for businesses because cyber criminals continue to use more sophisticated tactics and disrupt organizations. As businesses become more aware of how to protect their networks, attackers find new tricks and loopholes to bypass securit…

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Protect Against Cyber Threats With Business Security Best Practices

By: Mike Burgard
October 4, 2021

Today's businesses face an ongoing battle in protecting their organizations from cybersecurity threats. Small and medium-sized businesses across the nation continue to be prime targets for cybercriminals preying on those that don’t have a strong handle on their security. When org…

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Fraud Prevention Tips for Small, Mid-Size Businesses

By: Mike Burgard
September 27, 2021

While national news coverage reports on large companies facing cyberattacks, what doesn’t always make the headlines is when small and mid-size businesses’ data is hacked.

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How to Avoid Falling Victim to Business Identity Theft

By: Mike Burgard
July 12, 2021

You lock the doors to your business at night, you might have cameras to add extra security, but what steps are you taking to prevent your business from falling victim to identity theft? The first step to take so you can protect your business: “know thine enemy.” Identity theft is…

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Internet Crime Report: Learn if Your Business and Employees are Vulnerable

By: Mike Burgard
June 28, 2021

We spend half our lives on the web these days, from uploading selfies on Instagram to accessing  financial records online. A lot of important data is being shared, looked at and downloaded.  All that information can easily fall into the wrong hands. According to the FBI’s 2020 In…

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Six Email Security Best Practices for Businesses

By: Mike Burgard
June 17, 2021

In a digital world, email security is important. It has historically been the most common medium we use in everyday operations to send important information. If emails are compromised or intercepted, you could be at risk for serious repercussions. The good news is, it is possible…

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