Recovery is a core security operations concept that every cybersecurity and GRC professional should understand.
What Is Recovery?
Recovery refers to the practices, processes, or technologies related to recovery within the context of information security and risk management. Understanding recovery helps organizations protect their systems, data, and operations from relevant threats.
How It Works
Recovery is applied through a combination of policies, technical controls, and organizational procedures. Security teams implement recovery as part of a broader security program aligned to industry frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Why It Matters
Organizations that correctly implement recovery reduce their exposure to cyber risk, improve regulatory compliance, and strengthen their overall security posture.
Key Takeaways
- Understand what recovery is and how it applies to your organization’s security program.
- Align recovery practices to a recognized framework such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls.
- Regularly review and test controls related to recovery to ensure they remain effective as threats evolve.