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[Sanket Parlikar](https://www.revyz.io/blog/author/sanket-parlikar)Oct 17, 2022, 11:33:36 AM2 min read

# Data Backup - A Key Pillar of Insider Risk Management

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The shift to hybrid work environments has dramatically altered the landscape of organizational security. As employees work from various locations, traditional security measures are no longer sufficient to protect sensitive data. Insider threats, which arise from authorized individuals causing harm either intentionally or unintentionally, have become a significant concern for business continuity. Recent reports highlight the growing concern over internal threats. By 2025, Gartner predicts that nearly half of medium to large enterprises will adopt formal insider risk management programs, up from just 10% currently

 

**Understanding Insider Threats**

Insider threats fall into three primary categories:

- **Malicious Insiders:** Individuals who intentionally steal data, damage systems, or leak company information.
- **Negligent Insiders:** Employees who cause harm through mistakes, often due to unsafe device usage or lack of training.
- **Compromised Insiders:** Users whose accounts are taken over by hackers, leading to unauthorized access.

 

**Why Insider Threats Are Growing in Hybrid Workplaces**

Hybrid work environments amplify insider risks due to several factors:

- Access from Unsecured Networks: Home networks and public Wi-Fi increase data exposure.
- Less Supervision: Reduced oversight makes it harder to detect suspicious activities.
- Stress and Isolation: These factors increase mistakes and potential for insider threats.

 

**Mitigating Insider Threats**

To address these challenges, organizations should adopt a multi-layered approach:

1. Implement a Zero Trust Security Model: Verify every access request to reduce insider threats.
2. Enhance Employee Training and Awareness: Educate employees on cybersecurity best practices and the consequences of insider threats.
3. Use AI-Driven Monitoring Tools: Leverage behavioral analytics to detect anomalous activities early.
4. Establish Clear Security Policies: Define strict guidelines for remote work and data handling.
5. Foster a Transparent Workplace Culture: Encourage ethical behavior to reduce malicious insider threats.

**Recovery from Insider Threats**

To mitigate data loss:

- Implement robust SaaS backup strategies for critical applications.
- Regularly test recovery processes to ensure data integrity.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXes12D9YAmrnATDxM7TIwNHU0hwVBI7bIdg3xDIXIFWv_Q9adl5J72kOCZUqcHPBBchJcr0QyNEfWqC651NtGZdLxeMOdkVEKio8s43s73JQo6KbeVsY4D4LVQjxa8JlHFz8tJ62Q?key=St_2v1LvSENpGgl9wcq7ETNu)

Courtesy -[Imperva](https://www.imperva.com/)

**How Revyz Supports Atlassian Users**

For Atlassian Jira Software users, Revyz offers a comprehensive and immutable backup and restore solution. Immutable backups are crucial because they ensure that data remains unalterable and secure, protecting against both accidental modifications and malicious attacks like ransomware. By using immutable backups, organizations can maintain a clean, recoverable copy of their data, ensuring business continuity even in the face of insider threats or cyberattacks.

Revyz's solution automatically backs up Jira data to secure offsite locations and enables granular recovery on demand. This ensures that critical data is safeguarded against insider threats, including silent issue deletions and configuration changes. The use of immutable backups within Revyz's framework provides an additional layer of security, guaranteeing that data remains intact and recoverable, even if primary systems are compromised.

![](https://lh7-rt.googleusercontent.com/docsz/AD_4nXd4U2To-3Y7InN5eDWxNIz-klLcZ7LphJnq-gm2FEl8neRavbfOdy0hRHTwR9XK33EYcotG9svaSJRc03ayb2NJR8M15m4SdOYxkUIanrV89nJGBIXEnSeRqPevKZ1D1RXifeccuA?key=St_2v1LvSENpGgl9wcq7ETNu)

**Conclusion**

As hybrid work becomes the norm, insider risk management must be a top priority. By combining advanced security technologies, robust training programs, and a strong workplace culture, organizations can effectively mitigate insider threats and ensure business continuity in today's complex digital landscape.

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[Sanket Parlikar](https://www.revyz.io/blog/author/sanket-parlikar)**Sanket Parlikar** cofounded Revyz, where he leads technology strategy, product development, and engineering innovation. With extensive experience in enterprise software, data protection, cybersecurity, and cloud technologies, he helps organizations build resilient, scalable data management solutions. Sanket is also an Atlassian Community Events (ACE) Pune Leader and a regular speaker on software development, data resilience, security, and startup technology.

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