In today’s hyper-connected world, data is engrained in the DNA of every organization. However, this valuable asset also presents significant risks. That’s where Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) plays a crucial role. BigID partnered with Cloudrise to host a webinar moderated by Chris Steffen, Vice President of Research for Information Security at Enterprise Management Associates, to provide you with critical insights into operationalizing DSPM to secure data. Joining Steffen are two industry-leading experts: Rob Egerbrecht, Founder and CEO of Cloudrise, and Dimitri Sirota, Founder and CEO of BigID.

Understanding DSPM and Choosing the Right Partner

Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) strengthens security posture across cloud and hybrid environments, enabling security and risk leaders to assess, monitor, and secure data. Sirota describes DSPM as an essential ally for tackling the challenges of cloud data— like a vigilant detective, identifying sensitive information, assessing its importance, and guiding you toward a cleaner, safer data environment. Egerbrecht views it as a tireless security guard proactively scanning for vulnerabilities and pinpointing where sensitive information resides. The verdict? They’re both right—DSPM is the ultimate solution for managing and safeguarding your data.

In this fast-moving DSPM space, my advice is to commit to a very valid requirements-driven POC and then ensure you have the staff to operationalize the breadth of the technology.

– Rob Egerbrecht

Egerbrecht acknowledges that choosing the right DSPM solution is all about —a clearly defined scope—and then building the control set around it. This requires understanding your data and regulatory needs, exploring different options, and conducting thorough, needs-aligned proof-of-concept evaluations with adequate staffing. The experts agree that the ideal solution offers comprehensive visibility, control, and remediation. Still, vendors differ in data coverage, classification accuracy, post-discovery actions, and operational aspects like security and scan management.

Practical Takeaways

This insightful discussion provided valuable guidance for organizations seeking to implement or enhance their DSPM strategies:

  • Tailor your approach: Understand your organization’s specific needs and choose a solution that aligns with those needs.
  • Conduct thorough evaluations: Before deciding, rigorously test potential solutions through a comprehensive Proof of Concept (POC).
  • Prioritize action: Don’t stop at data discovery. Implement effective remediation strategies, such as labeling, tagging, deletion, and access controls.
  • Invest in future-proof solutions: Select a DSPM solution that adapts and grows with your organization’s evolving requirements.

Future-Proofing Your DSPM Investment with BigID

BigID is a leader in DSPM because of its unparalleled data source coverage, advanced classification, and industry-first scanning capabilities. As the only DSPM offering Snapshot Scanning, Outpost local scanners, and decentralized remediation modules, BigID provides a comprehensive solution for data security. Additionally, BigID can be used for data privacy operations, which creates a unified data privacy, security, and compliance experience for organizations aiming to proactively protect their data and maintain a strong security posture.

Sirota uses the analogy of purchasing a smartphone with DSPM technology, advising that you don’t just buy a smartphone; buy a smartphone that grows and adapts with you. That’s the advice for choosing a DSPM solution, says Sirota. Look beyond today’s features and consider future-proofing aspects like cloud DLP, data access governance, and labeling/tagging. Sirota defines DSPM as cloud-native data visibility and control, emphasizing action—access rules, labeling, and remediation—not just discovery.

BigID is the first vendor to deliver a fully integrated data security and privacy suite that leverages BigID’s foundational data discovery and classification engine. BigID helps organizations take control of their data with AI-powered insights and automation, which includes sensitivity labeling, access governance, data lifecycle management (retention, minimization, disposition), robust remediation, and privacy operations (data rights requests, consent management, privacy impact assessments, and privacy risk reporting), in one platform on the same trusted data source of truth.

Want to learn more about navigating the complexities of AI and DSPM?

Watch the full webinar here and explore BigID’s comprehensive DSPM solutions here to gain deeper insights.