Intro
Getting your business secure shouldn’t feel overwhelming. Whether you’re building from scratch or untangling years of technical debt, working with a managed security partner brings clarity and momentum. No scare tactics. No buzzwords. Just steady progress and a team that meets you where you are.
Month 1: Orientation & Quick Wins
The first step is understanding what’s in place — and what’s at risk.
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Map out your environment: who has access to what, where your data lives, and which tools are already in use
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Identify and address immediate risks like outdated software, overly broad admin access, or missing MFA
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Establish clear communication: regular check-ins, shared goals, and no surprises
“Most clients are surprised by how much low-hanging fruit we can tackle in just a couple of weeks.”
Month 2: Foundation Building
Now that the basics are covered, it’s time to strengthen your core.
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Deploy modern identity controls like MFA, conditional access, and role-based permissions
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Start building the bones of your security program: documented policies, useful alerts, and simple automations
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Train your team without slowing them down — just enough to build confidence and buy-in
“This is where things start to feel more secure, but also more stable.”
Month 3: Strategic Alignment
With the foundation in place, the focus shifts to long-term value.
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Align security goals with business priorities: audits, compliance, cloud migrations, or vendor onboarding
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Plan ahead for improvements like data backup strategies, offboarding workflows, or risk reviews
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Gain visibility through dashboards, meaningful alerts, and reporting that actually helps decision-making
“By day 90, you’re not just safer. You’re more confident in how you work.”
Conclusion
Security isn’t a one-time fix — it’s an ongoing process. But it doesn’t have to be chaotic or reactive. The first 90 days are about creating clarity, building trust, and laying the groundwork for smarter, safer operations. When you’ve got the right team in your corner, security becomes a strength — not a stressor.
Ready to get started?
At Cloud Sentry, we make those first 90 days count — and everything after even better. Let’s talk about what secure could look like for your business.
