Justin Beals Justin Beals, with a background in AI, cybersecurity, and governance, founded Strike Graph to simplify cybersecurity audits and certifications. He likes making arcane cybersecurity standards plain and simple to achieve.

Justin Beals

Tips for Cybersecurity Awareness MonthÂ
As the threat landscape continues to evolve, businesses must understand the specific cybersecurity risks they face and take proactive measures to protect themselves. One of the most significant challenges in cybersecurity is the increasing diversity of threats and the need to address risks specific to each industry. From data centers ... Read More
Security Boulevard

Why the Security Policy is Dying
Security policies, a familiar tool of the CTO or CISO, are dying off, and I am glad to see them go. Long narrative descriptions of a top-down prescribed security policy ideal are a meaningless effort that can now be replaced by a more sensible, accessible and effective process for defining ... Read More
Security Boulevard

The Perils of a Running Start: Can You Skip SOC 2 Type 1?
We’re often asked by customers embarking on the SOC 2 journey, “Can we skip the SOC 2 Type 1 and go straight into a Type 2?” They reason that instead of paying for two audits, they would only pay for one. It seems like an easy choice, right? However, this ... Read More
Security Boulevard

How to Choose the Right SOC 2 Auditor
The selection of a SOC 2 auditor can be daunting. How do you find one, what should you consider when choosing a SOC 2 auditor, and what interview questions should you ask them? Will they understand your unique environment, product or challenges? Ultimately, the final decision is up to you ... Read More
Security Boulevard