Network security – This refers to protecting a computer network from attacks internally or externally. It includes specific product services such as email filtering, firewalls, 24/7 monitoring and much more.
Application security – This is protection at the app level and employs tactics such as strong password hygiene, MFA and security questions.
Cloud security – Most businesses utilize cloud for one reason or another, but primarily it is used for storage. Cloud providers have robust security however, business owners still need to take care to understand and implement appropriate backup plans, and the human factor.
Operational security – This means how a business manages their risk of cyber threats. It Is the whole process by which an organization plans, implements and practices cyber security to create a safe and cyber aware culture. One key area of operation security is employee security training.