Southeast Asian businesses need a comprehensive cyber security solution – Kaspersky

Southeast Asian businesses need a comprehensive cyber security solution – Kaspersky

KUALA LUMPUR: Southeast Asia remains the fastest growing digital economy in the Asia Pacific and requires a comprehensive cyber security solution and an appropriate workforce.

Kaspersky General Manager for Southeast Asia Yeo Siang Tiong said the governments in the countries involved have also taken bold steps to support local digitization efforts and improve data protection and their respective cyber security capabilities.

However, he said, the need for a comprehensive solution is very important considering that local businesses in the region are in the process of implementing digital transformation.

“Our side, for example, is always actively working with local universities in terms of training and workshops to improve students’ skills and ensure their curriculum meets the demands of the industry.

“However, it takes many years before these students can become cyber security professionals,” he said in a statement.

In that regard, Yeo said it is important to engage a reputable managed security service provider (MSSP) that can ensure enterprises have efficient employees and solutions.

“It is effective to outsource if your business partner is involved with a cyber security company that is proven to be effective in terms of threat detection, response and threat intelligence,” he said.

Additionally, according to the latest Kaspersky IT Security Economics Report, businesses in the region are outsourcing security functions to MSSPs, primarily to gain efficiencies in the delivery of security solutions, address workforce shortages and meet the need for specialized security expertise.

The global cyber security and digital privacy provider said the report covers 26 countries across Kaspersky’s major business-to-business markets and companies of various sizes from small and medium-sized enterprises with 50 employees to large firms.

Experts also project strong MSSP growth in Southeast Asia and in the coming years as a result of various joint efforts in the region towards digital transformation initiatives at the national level.

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