CTS Computers delivers enterprise-grade cybersecurity for Lafayette businesses with 30+ years protecting local manufacturers, healthcare providers, and professional services firms.
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You’re not lying awake wondering if that email your employee clicked was actually ransomware. You’re not scrambling to figure out what to tell customers after a data breach. You’re not taking frantic calls at midnight because your systems went down and nobody knows why.
Instead, you’ll get alerts before threats become problems. When suspicious activity happens on your network, our security analysts catch it within minutes and take action while you focus on running your business. Your employees work confidently knowing phishing attempts get blocked automatically and questionable downloads trigger immediate review.
You’ll have clear documentation showing exactly what’s protecting your systems, which matters when insurance carriers ask about your security controls or auditors want proof of compliance. Other Lafayette businesses deal with ransomware recovery and breach notifications while you keep operating normally, protected by monitoring that never sleeps.
CTS Computers has spent three decades securing businesses across Lafayette and the Greater Tippecanoe County area. We’ve handled cybersecurity for manufacturers along Sagamore Parkway worried about operational technology vulnerabilities, healthcare practices near IU Health Arnett managing HIPAA compliance, and professional firms downtown protecting client data.
Our team holds certifications from CompTIA, Microsoft, and Cisco because credentials matter when you’re trusting someone with your business security. But what really matters is understanding how a ransomware attack affects a Lafayette manufacturer differently than a healthcare provider, and knowing which security controls actually prevent breaches versus which just check compliance boxes.
You’ll work with security analysts who explain threats in plain English and recommend solutions based on your actual risk profile, not whatever security product we’re trying to sell this month. We’ve responded to enough incidents to know what works when systems are compromised and time matters.
We start with a security assessment that identifies where attackers could get into your systems. You’ll see exactly which vulnerabilities exist, what data is at risk, and which fixes matter most. This takes one to three weeks depending on your network complexity, and you get a detailed report explaining findings in business terms, not just technical jargon.
Next comes implementation of monitoring tools, endpoint protection, and network security controls tailored to your business. We configure everything to work with your existing systems without disrupting daily operations. Most Lafayette businesses are fully protected within two weeks of starting implementation, with all employees trained on new security procedures.
Once protection is active, you receive monthly reports showing threats blocked, security status updates, and any areas needing attention. Our security operations center monitors your systems around the clock, so when something suspicious happens at 2 AM on Sunday, analysts are already investigating and containing the threat before you even know about it. You’ll get immediate notification of any serious incidents with clear explanation of what happened and what actions we’re taking.
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Continuous network monitoring watches for suspicious activity across all your systems, from computers in your Lafayette office to remote employees accessing company data from home. Endpoint detection and response protects every device, catching malware and ransomware before they can encrypt files or steal data.
Email security filtering stops phishing attempts targeting your employees, blocking malicious attachments and suspicious links automatically. Regular vulnerability assessments scan your systems for weaknesses, identifying security gaps before attackers find them. Penetration testing simulates real attacks to verify your defenses actually work under pressure.
Security awareness training teaches your team to recognize social engineering tactics and phishing emails they encounter daily. Employees in older office buildings near downtown Lafayette or newer facilities in northeast developments all get training relevant to their work environment and the threats they face. Incident response planning ensures everyone knows their role if a breach occurs, minimizing downtime and protecting your reputation. You’ll also get compliance support for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or other regulatory requirements specific to your industry, with documentation proving your security controls meet standards.
Lafayette businesses need managed detection and response as the foundation, providing 24/7 monitoring that catches threats before they cause damage. This matters especially for manufacturers along the Sagamore Parkway corridor and healthcare providers managing patient data, where downtime costs thousands per hour and breaches trigger regulatory penalties.
Email security filtering is critical because phishing remains the top attack vector, targeting employees at businesses throughout Tippecanoe County. Regular vulnerability assessments identify weaknesses in your systems before attackers exploit them. Most Lafayette businesses also need employee security training since human error causes the majority of successful breaches.
If you handle healthcare data, accept credit cards, or work with sensitive client information, you’ll need compliance-focused security addressing HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or industry-specific regulations.
Most Lafayette small businesses with 10-25 employees invest $2,000 to $4,000 monthly for comprehensive managed security services including 24/7 monitoring, threat response, vulnerability assessments, and employee training. Mid-sized businesses with 50-100 employees typically spend $5,000 to $10,000 monthly depending on complexity and compliance requirements.
Healthcare practices near IU Health Arnett requiring HIPAA compliance generally pay 30-40% more due to additional security controls and documentation needs. Manufacturing firms with operational technology systems need specialized OT security, which affects pricing based on the number of industrial control systems requiring protection.
One-time security assessments range from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on organization size. Compare these costs to the average small business data breach expense of $50,000 to $200,000 when factoring in downtime, recovery, legal costs, and reputation damage.
Ransomware attacks targeting small and medium businesses represent the most immediate threat to Lafayette companies. Attackers specifically target manufacturers, healthcare providers, and professional services firms because they cannot afford extended downtime and often pay ransoms to restore operations quickly.
Phishing emails remain the primary attack vector, with increasingly sophisticated campaigns targeting employees at businesses throughout Tippecanoe County. These emails steal credentials, deploy malware, or trick employees into wire transfers. Business email compromise scams have cost Lafayette area businesses hundreds of thousands in fraudulent payments.
For manufacturers with operational technology systems, attacks on industrial control systems can halt production and damage equipment. Healthcare providers face threats to electronic health records and medical devices. Supply chain attacks compromise software updates and vendor access, affecting businesses across all sectors in the Lafayette area.
Initial security assessment takes one to three weeks depending on your network size and complexity. For a typical Lafayette business with 20-50 employees, expect two weeks to complete the assessment and receive detailed findings with prioritized recommendations.
Implementation of core security controls including endpoint protection, network monitoring, and email filtering typically takes two to four weeks after assessment completion. Most businesses have active 24/7 monitoring within three weeks of starting the implementation process. Employee security training can begin immediately and runs concurrently with technical implementation.
Businesses with urgent needs or active security incidents receive expedited service with critical protections deployed within 48-72 hours. Complete security program implementation including all controls, training, documentation, and compliance measures typically takes six to eight weeks from initial assessment to full operational status.
Look for providers whose security analysts hold CompTIA Security+ as the baseline certification demonstrating fundamental cybersecurity knowledge. More advanced certifications include Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) from EC-Council and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) from ISC2, indicating expertise in penetration testing and security architecture.
For businesses requiring compliance support, verify the provider understands relevant frameworks like HIPAA for healthcare, PCI-DSS for payment processing, or CMMC for defense contractors. Technology partnership certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and major security vendors show the provider stays current with security tools and receives ongoing training.
Beyond individual certifications, ask about the provider’s experience with businesses similar to yours in Lafayette and Tippecanoe County. A provider who has secured other manufacturers, healthcare practices, or professional services firms understands industry-specific threats and compliance requirements better than generalist IT companies adding security as an afterthought.
Reputable managed security service providers in Lafayette offer true 24/7/365 monitoring through security operations centers staffed with live analysts, not just automated alerts. This means when suspicious activity occurs at 3 AM on Saturday, human security experts are actively investigating and responding, not waiting until Monday morning.
CTS Computers provides continuous monitoring with guaranteed response times for critical threats. Most suspicious activities trigger analyst review within minutes, with confirmed threats generating immediate client notification and containment actions. You receive direct contact information for emergency security incidents requiring urgent response outside business hours.
Verify whether a provider offers genuine 24/7 coverage or just business hours support with after-hours answering service. Ask about average response times for different threat levels and whether weekend or holiday incidents receive the same priority as weekday events. True 24/7 monitoring costs more but matters significantly when ransomware deploys overnight or attackers exploit vulnerabilities during off-hours.
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