Data-Link Associates Cybersecurity and IT Support

*New resource drop!* For your Employee Communication Board Standing up? LOCK up your device. → Going to the printer? Lock up. → Taking lunch or a break? Lock up. Use it? Love it? Let us know - we're cooking up more! #cybersecurity #itsupport #employeecommunication

Everyone loves a helpful chatbot… until it starts sharing more than it should. ChatGPT. Copilot. Gemini. DeepSeek. They’re not just generating content—they’re collecting data. Your data. Your team’s. Your customer’s. Before you ask that bot to draft your next quote or polish that compliance email, you might want to know where that info ends up. Angela Jamerson breaks down: → What these bots collect → Who they share it with → Why it matters to manufacturers → And how to use AI tools without giving away the farm 👉 Swipe through ✍ Contact Angela with questions and concerns at ajamerson@datalinkmsp.com #manufacturing #cybersecurity #industry40 #chatgpt #operationsmanagement #datasecurity #ITsupport #ITservices

To protect yourself from similar scam attempts → Never share sensitive information with individuals you have only met online or over the phone → Don't send them money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or other financial assets. 👉 Full article here: https://ift.tt/3ydK5RQ #scam #FBIIC3

Here are a few red flags you might recognize: 🚩 Only one person knows the network layout 🚩 Backups are “probably fine” 🚩 Cybersecurity = hope and a prayer 🚩 Compliance is always last-minute 🚩 Everyone holds their breath during updates One sick day shouldn’t trigger a crisis. Here’s what to watch for—and how to fix it: ➡️ https://buff.ly/T3M9RJB

Air-gapping sounds secure. No internet = no hackers, right? Not quite. Because here’s the thing about air-gapped systems in manufacturing: Someone still plugs in a USB drive. Someone still remotes in “just for a second”—usually through a shadow IT work-around no one tells security about. Someone still connects the machine to a reporting tool—or the ERP—when nobody’s looking. And just like that, your “air gap” turns into a pothole. Air-gapping lowers risk—but doesn’t eliminate it. It's not a get-out-of-cyber-jail-free card. You still need: → Access controls → Logging and auditing → Hardened endpoints → USB device policies → Regular patching and scanning Staff training (big one!) 🍞 (And how could someone get to my toaster? Plug it into a smart plug, of course!) ✍️ Speaking of toast, I could handle a BLT with extra Hellman's right about now. #cybersecurity #ITsupport #IOT #airgap #manufacturing #shopfloor #plant #extramayo

Ever sacrificed your business’s long-term security for short-term savings? You're not alone. But it's a path to irreversible damage. Short-term savings will never recover your stolen data. ⚠️ Build a resilient operation without losing what matters: ✅ Run a Pen Test: Identify real vulnerabilities before attackers do. ✅ Train Your Team: Human error is still the top threat vector. ✅ Segment Critical Systems: Keep ICS and OT isolated and protected. ✅ Create a Response Plan: Be ready to act fast if a breach happens. 👇 Here's how to create your cybersecurity safety net: Test Before You’re Targeted A third-party network penetration test can reveal the weaknesses your current provider might be missing — no guesswork, just facts. Treat Cyber Like Safety You wouldn’t skip physical safety protocols on the shop floor. Cybersecurity deserves the same level of investment and urgency. Want to protect your team? You can. Want to stop ransomware before it hits? Absolutely. Want to defend your legacy? It starts now. The tools are available. The insights are actionable. The support is ready. Stop putting it off. Stop crossing your fingers. Stop thinking it won’t happen to you. 👉 Just start with one step: A call with Angela to discuss a third-party Pen Test from a team that knows manufacturing. You can quickly book that call here: https://lnkd.in/gPK6v2ez Remember — the only thing holding you back... Is waiting until it’s too late. #cybersecurity #pentest #ITsupport #manufacturing

Manufacturing cybersecurity has evolved. You don’t need to shut down production lines to modernize your systems. No OEM gatekeepers to delay upgrades. No outdated IT providers to block progress. No legacy software holding your operations hostage. Modern cybersecurity solutions have unlocked secure, low-disruption upgrades. Want to protect legacy machines from ransomware? We’ve got you. Want to keep production running during upgrades? You can. Want to meet insurance requirements without replacing everything? It’s possible. The tools are smarter. The strategies are proven. The risk is manageable. Stop waiting for the “perfect time”. Stop relying on outdated systems. Stop accepting security gaps as the cost of doing business. Just start securing your legacy tech through a trusted manufacturing MSP. Remember — the only thing holding you back... is thinking cybersecurity has to slow you down. 📆 "Book An Appointment" with Angela Jamerson to get your plan together. 👉 https://buff.ly/78uvzCi~ #cybersecurity #itsupport #manufacturing #MSP

If we're your guys, you're patched. If we're not, it's a good idea to call your guy to make sure you're patched. These happen EVERY month for Windows devices. They're available every 2nd Tuesday of the month. Remember, the buck stops with you to ensure your network is up-to-date and compliant. #cybersecurity #itsupport

Friendly reminder! If you postponed your restart, do it now ...or we'll have to do it for you. #cybersecurity #itsupport

Too busy putting out fires to handle it now? #chooseyourhard #cybersecurity #itsupport