--- title: Cyber Security Planning Guide description: Creating a Cyber Security Plan often seems overwhelming. 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As larger companies take steps to secure their systems, smaller, less secure businesses are becoming increasingly attractive targets for cyber criminals. This planning guide is designed to help employers protect their business, information and customers from cyber threats. ![Cyber Security Planning Guide - PC (1)\_Page\_01](https://insurance.concklin.com/hubfs/Cyber%20Security%20Planning%20Guide%20-%20PC%20(1)_Page_01.jpg "Cyber Security Planning Guide - PC (1)_Page_01") This guide is not intended to be exhaustive nor should any discussion or opinions be construed as legal advice. 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