Operation Cyber Shield

A simple, military-inspired plan to keep law firms, accounting practices, consultants, and other high-trust businesses protected from modern cyber threats.

The Three Pillars

Pillar 1

Detection (Radar & Early Warning)

You can’t fight what you can’t see. Detect threats early so they never become crises.

  • Human Radar: Train staff to spot phishing and social engineering.
  • System Alerts: Turn on login/location notifications for key accounts.
  • Weak Point Scan: Use low-cost scans to find exposed systems.
Pillar 2

Defense (Interceptor Squadron)

Engage and block threats before they touch critical systems.

  • Access Control: Require MFA everywhere possible.
  • Strong Perimeter: Use a reputable VPN and firewall.
  • Rapid Patch Response: Keep systems updated constantly.
Pillar 3

Resilience (Hardened Bunker)

Take a hit and keep operating. Plan for continuity, not perfection.

  • Offline Backups: Keep a copy that ransomware can’t reach.
  • Incident Checklist: Print it. No logins needed in an emergency.
  • Annual Drills: Rehearse recovery at least once a year.

Implementation Guide

Applying OCS Without Enterprise Spend

Weeks 1-2: Quick Wins & Stabilization
  • Turn on MFA for email, accounting, and document systems.
  • Remove access for ex-employees and old vendors.
  • Back up client data to an offline or immutable target.
  • Update workstations & servers; set auto-updates.
  • Enforce strong passwords + password manager.
Weeks 3-4: Hardening & Drills
  • Configure a reputable software firewall and VPN.
  • Deploy EDR/antivirus on endpoints; verify alerts.
  • Run a basic vulnerability scan; fix top findings.
  • Tabletop a ransomware scenario; confirm roles.
  • Test restoring a file from backup.

Budget Philosophy

  • Buy only what your size requires; avoid six-figure hardware if software suffices.
  • Spend first on people and process: MFA, backups, training, updates.
  • Prefer tools with simple dashboards over complex suites you won’t maintain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OCS just for accountants and lawyers?

No. OCS fits any high-trust small business or consultant handling sensitive client data.

Do I need expensive hardware?

Not to start. Many firms get excellent protection using well-configured software firewalls, VPNs, EDR, and backups.

What about compliance frameworks?

OCS maps cleanly to common requirements (access control, monitoring, backups, incident response). Start with the pillars, then layer any specific controls you need for frameworks like HIPAA or CMMC.