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10 Cybersecurity Must-Haves Checklist

What “Good” Looks Like Today

Municipal leaders today are facing a new wave of cyber threats that move faster, cost more, and exploit the weakest link: human error. 

While many cities believe they’re “secure enough,” the truth is that threats have evolved—so your approach needs to evolve too. 

This checklist covers the 10 cybersecurity “must-haves.” Use this checklist to assess your current cybersecurity situation. 

10 cybersecurity must-haves checlist

 

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⏹️ Security Awareness Training: Helps your staff recognize and avoid common cyber threats like phishing emails. 

⏹️ Multifactor Authentication (MFA): Adds an extra layer of login protection—like a code sent to your phone—so even if a password is stolen, access is still blocked. 

⏹️ Email Filtering: Automatically screens incoming emails to block spam and dangerous attachments before they reach your inbox. 

⏹️ Software Patching: Regular updates fix security holes in programs and systems, keeping hackers from exploiting known weaknesses. 

⏹️ Web Filtering: Prevents staff from visiting harmful or inappropriate websites that could infect your network or lead to data loss. 

⏹️ Dark Web Monitoring: Scans hidden parts of the internet to check if your municipality’s data—like passwords—has been leaked or sold. 

⏹️ Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR): Advanced protection for computers that detects suspicious activity and responds quickly to threats. 

⏹️ Outsourced 24/7 Security Team: A dedicated team of experts who monitor your systems around the clock and respond to cyber incidents in real time. 

⏹️ Data Backup and Disaster Recovery: Secure copies of your data are stored offsite so you can quickly restore operations after a cyberattack or system failure. 

⏹️ Cyber Insurance: Financial protection that helps cover costs related to cyber incidents, like data breaches or ransomware attacks. 

 

If you checked off… 

  • 10 – Amazing! Keep up the excellent work and continue reviewing your systems regularly.
  • 9 – You’re in excellent shape. With a quick fix, your cybersecurity posture will be top-tier.
  • 8 – You’re in good shape. A couple of improvements could significantly boost your resilience.
  • 7 – You’ve made progress, but there are noticeable gaps that could leave you vulnerable.
  • 0-6 – Your cybersecurity foundation needs attention. Several critical areas are missing or underdeveloped. 

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Implementing all these best practices may feel overwhelming. Reach out to VC3 today to connect with a cybersecurity expert!