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2026 IT & Cybersecurity Checklist

Essential security and IT best practices for small businesses in Bellingham & Whatcom County

Published On: May 14th, 2026 •

Email & Identity Security

Multi-factor authentication is enabled for every email and administrator account.

DMARC, SPF, and DKIM are correctly configured for the company domain.

Advanced email threat protection is enabled.

Unusual payment or sensitive-data requests are verified using a separate channel.

Endpoint & Device Security

Company devices use modern endpoint protection with behavioral detection.

Full-disk encryption is enabled on every company device.

Devices receive operating-system and security updates automatically.

Employees receive recurring security-awareness training and simulated phishing tests.

Backup & Disaster Recovery

Automated cloud backups run every day.

Backups are immutable or stored offsite and protected from ransomware.

A backup restoration test has been completed within the last six months.

A documented disaster-recovery plan is maintained.

Compliance & Data Protection

Required HIPAA safeguards are implemented when HIPAA applies.

Data-classification and handling procedures are documented.

Data Loss Prevention policies are configured where appropriate.

Business Associate Agreements are maintained with applicable vendors.

Compliance or security risk assessments are conducted regularly.

Vendor & Third-Party Risk

Security assessments are completed for critical vendors.

Access reviews are performed for third-party accounts.

Vendor contracts include security and breach-notification requirements.

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