CYBERSECURITY THROUGH THE EYES OF LIREX

Cyber threats are constantly increasing and hackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their methods. In such an environment, only specialized companies able to offer their clients adequate, flexible and up-to-date protection can have a permanent place on the market. LIREX, a Bulgarian company for IT solutions and services, is an example of such an attitude. For over 30 years now it has been a leader in realization of complete IT solutions and professional services for organizations of varying scale and industries. LIREX provides personalized solutions with quality guaranteed by international certificates such as ISO22301, ISO27001 and ISO20000. LIREX's commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices is reflected in its certification by EcoVadis, highlighting the company's dedication to ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) considerations.

In 2023, LIREX continues with its practice to be in line with the current cybersecurity trends. It works closely with leaders in the IT and Security market to continuously update its technology and processes.

LIREX's clients can be sure that the company provides them with the most effective technological solutions and managed services on the market. The focus is on complex security and customization options to meet the specific requirements of clients in a wide spectrum of industries and team sizes.

The portfolio of services offered by LIREХ includes Security Operations Center, Vulnerability Management, and Log Management and Analytics. The services meet the requirements across the lifecycle and the various environments – from single desktop UX to enterprise heterogenous infrastructure and services.

LIREX's cloud-based Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) and Desktop-as-a-Service (DaaS) services, for example, employ industry-standard encryption and multi-factor authentication to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the clients' data. The Managed Server and Storage Support services are centered around proactive monitoring and maintenance. They detect potential vulnerabilities and deal with them quickly. The Helpdesk Services offer not just technical support but also address security concerns.

No system can be completely secured, but the risk of cyber-attacks can be significantly reduced and to be protected against the vast majority of threats. Proactive security measures, such as regular security audits, penetration testing, and employee training, combined with reactive measures, such as incident response planning and disaster recovery strategies can be applied to achieve this goal.

Boyan Yanchev, CTO and Member of the Board at LIREX BS

Each of the services provided by LIREX is carefully designed to play a specific role in the cyber protection – security audits, penetration testing, awareness training, and consulting in the areas of incident response planning and disaster recovery strategies. LIREX pays special attention to having reliable offsite backups – this could be crucial in the event of a data loss incident.

LIREX's BaaS service gives an option for flexible Pay-as-You-Go payment model and uses immutable archive technology. Immutable backups cannot be modified or deleted, providing an important extra layer of protection even against ransomware.

LIREX's professionals believe that effective disaster recovery planning along with BaaS and DaaS is an essential component of any comprehensive cybersecurity strategy. The company offers a range of services designed to help the clients develop and implement effective disaster recovery plans, including risk assessments, business impact analysis, and disaster recovery strategy development. Through these services are identified potential vulnerabilities and are developed comprehensive strategies to mitigate risks and ensure business continuity in the event of a disaster.

LIREX's practice is to offer each client tailored solutions. The customized approach is applied in all projects and the close partnership with the client is a must in the work process. This allows LIREX's professionals to develop tailored solutions that meet their specific needs and help them achieve their goals. Here are three examples:

• BaaS with Immutability: the service is designed to meet the specific needs of organizations that have a high volume of data. The service includes on-site backup storage for quick recovery in case of a disaster, and off-site storage for added protection.

• SOC and Vulnerability Management: Financial services companies require a higher level of monitoring and analysis to meet regulatory requirements. LIREX provides SOC and Vulnerability Management including 24/7 monitoring, real-time alerts, and regular vulnerability scans. Additionally, LIREX's experts work closely with the client's IT, Security and Compliance teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.

• DaaS for providing secure access for third parties: DaaS is a highly customizable service that provides secure access for third-party vendors or contractors. A manufacturing company needed LIREX to provide temporary access to multiple vendors for audits, bookkeeping, and maintenance and repairs across their sites and processes. LIREX solved the case by providing the partners with a secure virtual desktop environment that restricted access to only the necessary systems and data.

Innovative thinking is in our DNA. We believe in the solutions we build. Our passion for innovation drives both our progress and development, including that of our customers. We believe in the simple, not the complicated. We act ambitiously, introducing and implementing enterprising and bold IT solutions.

Ralitsa Karamfilova, Strategic Development Manager at LIREX

When we understand LIREX philosophy about cybersecurity, responsibility towards the clients and the desire to always offer quality and up-to-date service, we see why the company has been a leader on the Bulgarian market for so long. A job well done is invaluable – the people at LIREX know this and confidently turn it into a reality.

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