Randy Lindberg

Randy Lindberg is the founder and CEO of Rivial Data Security. He has more than twenty years of experience in information security and started Rivial to fix the issues he saw as an Information Systems Security Officer in the U.S. Air Force and Information Security Manager at a $4 billion dollar financial institution.

How to Create a Cybersecurity Program - Rivial Security

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How to Create a Cybersecurity Program

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: Start with a self-assessment: Understand what data you're storing, audit systems and devices, and evaluate your current security level in quantitative metrics to identify gaps. Know your threats: Identify...

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NIST Vendor Security Framework 101: A Comprehensive Guide

Key takeaways from this guide:

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Data Breach Statistics to Know for 2025

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Data Breach Statistics to Know for 2025

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: The average cost of a data breach continues to rise, reaching $4.88 million globally in 2024, with...

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NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 Series -  Rivial Security

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NIST Special Publication (SP) 800 Series

Widely recognized as the gold standard in information security, the NIST Special Publication series offers valuable insights for the computer...

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6 Cybersecurity Metrics Security Leaders Should Avoid Reporting  - Rivial

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6 Cybersecurity Metrics Security Leaders Should Avoid Reporting

Many security leaders struggle to report cybersecurity metrics to the board due to the absence of a universal standard. This lack of standardization...

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Complete Guide to Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ) | Rivial Security

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Complete Guide to Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ)

What is Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ)? Cyber risk quantification enables organizations to assess and measure cyber risks in clear, quantifiable...

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Advanced IT Risk Assessment Techniques

Part of our mission at Rivial Data Security is to constantly innovate and look for better ways to add value for our clients. We use several advanced...

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Rivial  Keep Data Secure In The Cloud

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Keep Data Secure In The Cloud

As organizations slowly shift more of their systems to the cloud, it’s essential to understand how to keep that data secure. Data security in the...

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vCISO: The Ultimate Guide for 2025

As cyber threats continue to rise, organizations need advanced security measures now more than ever. A Virtual Chief Information Security Officer...

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