If you’re running a business or organization in Nacogdoches, you’re not immune to cyberattacks just because you’re local. In fact, recent incidents at Nacogdoches ISD and Stephen F. Austin State University prove that even well-established institutions can be caught off guard.
The good news? You don’t need a huge IT budget or a full-time security team to protect your business.
You just need a clear plan — built for the risks we face right here in East Texas.
Step 1: Rethink “We’re Too Small to Be a Target”
Many small businesses assume cybercriminals only go after large companies. But today’s attacks are largely automated. Bots crawl the internet 24/7, looking for:
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Unpatched systems
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Weak passwords
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Open remote desktop ports
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Outdated antivirus
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Poorly configured cloud backups
If you’re relying on outdated assumptions, you’re already exposed.
In 2020, Nacogdoches ISD lost access to essential files in a ransomware attack. In 2023, SFA was offline for days and had thousands of personal records stolen.
If it can happen to them, it can happen to anyone.
Step 2: Build Layers of Defense
Cybersecurity is not one product or quick fix. It’s a layered system — each part reducing risk and improving recovery.
Here’s what every Nacogdoches business should have in place:
✅ Endpoint Protection
Every device should be protected by next-generation antivirus and monitored for suspicious behavior — not just once a day, but in real time.
✅ Image-Based Backups
Backups aren’t just about saving files — they should allow you to restore your entire system quickly, including apps, settings, and configurations. At DatCom, we use exact image backups so our clients can be back online in minutes.
✅ Patching & Maintenance
The biggest attacks often happen through systems that simply haven’t been updated. Your provider should apply security patches weekly (if not daily), and monitor for missing updates.
✅ Phishing Protection & Email Security
Most breaches still start with a bad click. You need a solution that filters dangerous emails before they land, and trains employees to spot red flags.
✅ Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
It’s no longer optional. Every login to business-critical apps should require more than just a password. MFA stops most account hijacking cold.
✅ Cyber Liability Coverage
Even with all the right tools, things can go wrong. DatCom includes up to $1 million in cyber insurance, plus a written $750/device guarantee — something you won’t find from most providers.
Step 3: Get Strategic — Even Without In-House IT
Most small and mid-sized operations in Nacogdoches don’t have a full-time IT staff. That’s why co-managed or fully managed IT services make sense.
With DatCom:
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You don’t need to babysit your IT or second-guess backups
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You get proactive monitoring, not reactive fixes
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You gain access to strategic advisors who actually care about your growth
We become part of your team — the part that makes sure you’re protected, optimized, and always moving forward.
Step 4: Make a Plan Before You Need One
What would happen if your business was hit with ransomware tomorrow?
Would you know:
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Who to call?
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What data was affected?
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How long it would take to recover?
If not, the best time to build your plan is right now.
We help businesses in Nacogdoches answer these questions every day. And we’re proud to say that in 11+ years, none of our clients has ever been hit by a virus.
That’s not luck. That’s planning, execution, and care.
Your Next Step Starts Here
Whether you’re running a school, clinic, factory, law office, or nonprofit, your work matters. Don’t let an invisible threat slow you down — or take you offline.
👉 Schedule a quick, no-pressure call and let’s map out your cybersecurity plan, tailored to Nacogdoches.
You’re not too small to be a target — but you are just the right size to take action.