As companies rely more on technology and the internet every day to store and relay data, many companies have begun to integrate cybersecurity programs into their businesses. While these programs have numerous benefits, there are also costs associated with opening a cybersecurity program. Perhaps the biggest cost of cybersecurity is the literal cost of starting a program. Purchasing software, hardware, and other necessary tools are by no means inexpensive; not to mention finding and paying properly trained employees to smoothly run your program. All these costs are quite hefty; however, these costs may be worth it as a cybersecurity program can also save a company a lot of money. A cybersecurity program’s main goal is to protect their company from cyber threats and keep the company’s data, or confidential information safe from malicious intent. So, although the initial investment in a good cybersecurity program may seem high, it will likely save a company much more money by potentially saving the company from having to recover and restore all its data.

A cybersecurity program could also help provide training to employees on how to make sure their computers are safe. Many employees that work on their computers often have little to no knowledge on what to look out for or how to prevent cyberattacks from occurring. A cybersecurity program could inform their company’s employees that they can do things such as installing antivirus software, testing their firewall, keeping their software up to date, and testing their settings to better ensure that their computer is safe. The program could also teach employees how to permanently delete files and social media safety to make sure that employees understand how hackers can infiltrate one’s device. In summary, while start-up costs of a cybersecurity program can be high, a company can often save their initial investment many times over by having a safety blanket that protects and educates the company on cybersecurity.