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ePlus Launches CyberSmart Initiative in Support of National Cyber Security Awareness Month

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ePlus inc. (NASDAQ: PLUS) has launched ePlus CyberSmart, an educational initiative aiming to enhance cyber security knowledge among organizations. Coinciding with National Cyber Security Awareness Month, this initiative provides resources focusing on Identity and Access Management, Secure Access Service Edge, Managed Detection and Response, and securing remote workers. It will culminate on November 13 with a virtual event featuring renowned hacker Kevin Mitnick. ePlus emphasizes the importance of organizational cyber security awareness, especially in the wake of increased remote work due to the pandemic.

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HERNDON, Va.--()--ePlus inc. (NASDAQ NGS: PLUSnews) today announced the launch of ePlus CyberSmart, an educational initiative created to help organizations gain greater foundational cyber security knowledge and implement more robust measures for data and network protection.

Spanning the month of October, ePlus CyberSmart coincides with National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise awareness about the importance of cyber security.

The ePlus CyberSmart Resource Center offers a variety of assets, resources and materials created in conjunction with select ePlus partners and developed in response to trends and challenges organizations are navigating in the wake of the global pandemic. Information has been curated to provide guidance and insight around four key areas of cyber security where small steps can lead to measurable impact:

  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)
  • Managed Detection and Response (MDR)
  • Securing Remote Teleworkers

ePlus CyberSmart will culminate with an exclusive virtual event on Friday, November 13, featuring Kevin Mitnick, the world’s most famous hacker and now leader of The Global Ghost TeamTM. A New York Times bestselling author, Kevin Mitnick is a trusted security consultant to the Fortune 500 and governments worldwide. Visitors to the ePlus CyberSmart Resource Center can reserve a ticket to this premiere event where they can hear insights from the world’s authority on hacking, social engineering and security awareness training in a live, interactive forum. Attendees to the event will be able to submit questions and hear stories that will help them best approach organizational security efforts.

“Creating widespread organizational awareness around cyber security will always be the most direct way to prevent attacks,” said Lee Waskevich, vice president, security solutions at ePlus. “The increase in remote workforces and access points due to the pandemic has created new opportunities for cyber-criminals to exploit organizations. This initiative is well-timed to provide practical tips and education around both long-standing and emerging areas of cyber security that are helping to mitigate threats. Our hope is that organizations take the time to learn more about not just the threats they face, but how to detect, address and remediate them to keep their organizations safe.”

CyberSmart resources, including blogs, videos and more, are available on www.eplus.com/cybersmart2020.

About ePlus inc.

ePlus is a leading consultative technology solutions provider that helps customers imagine, implement, and achieve more from their technology. With the highest certifications from top technology partners and lifecycle services expertise across key areas including security, cloud, data center, collaboration, networking and emerging technologies, ePlus transforms IT from a cost center to a business enabler. Founded in 1990, ePlus has more than 1,500 associates serving a diverse set of customers in the U.S., Europe, and Asia-Pac. The Company is headquartered at 13595 Dulles Technology Drive, Herndon, VA, 20171. For more information, visit www.eplus.com, call 888-482-1122, or email info@eplus.com. Connect with ePlus on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and Instagram. ePlus, Where Technology Means More®.

ePlus®, Where Technology Means More®, and ePlus products referenced herein are either registered trademarks or trademarks of ePlus inc. in the United States and/or other countries. The names of other companies, products, and services mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

Statements in this press release that are not historical facts may be deemed to be “forward-looking statements.” Actual and anticipated future results may vary materially due to certain risks and uncertainties, including, without limitation, risks related to COVID-19, including but not limited to its possible effects on the availability of and demand for our products and services, our ability to efficiently and flexibly manage our business amid uncertainties related to COVID-19, and its impact on the economy, possible adverse effects resulting from financial market disruption and fluctuations in foreign currency rates, and general slowdown of the U.S. economy such as our current and potential customers delaying or reducing technology purchases or put downward pressure on prices, increasing credit risk associated with our customers and vendors, reduction of vendor incentive programs, and restrictions on our access to capital necessary to fund our operations; our ability to consummate and integrate acquisitions; the possibility of goodwill impairment charges in the future; significant adverse changes in, reductions in, or losses of relationships with major customers or vendors; the demand for and acceptance of, our products and services; our ability to adapt our services to meet changes in market developments; our ability to implement comprehensive plans to achieve customer account coverage for the integration of sales forces, cost containment, asset rationalization, systems integration and other key strategies; our ability to reserve adequately for credit losses; our ability to secure our electronic and other confidential information or that of our customers or partners; future growth rates in our core businesses; our ability to protect our intellectual property; the impact of competition in our markets; the possibility of defects in our products or catalog content data; our ability to adapt to changes in the IT industry and/or rapid change in product standards; our ability to realize our investment in leased equipment; our ability to hire and retain sufficient qualified personnel; and other risks or uncertainties detailed in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. All information set forth in this press release is current as of the date of this release and ePlus undertakes no duty or obligation to update this information.

Contacts

Kleyton Parkhurst, SVP
ePlus inc.
kparkhurst@eplus.com
703-984-8150

FAQ

What is the ePlus CyberSmart initiative?

The ePlus CyberSmart initiative is an educational program launched by ePlus inc. to enhance organizations' cyber security knowledge and practices.

When does ePlus CyberSmart take place?

The ePlus CyberSmart initiative spans the month of October and culminates with a virtual event on November 13.

Who is Kevin Mitnick?

Kevin Mitnick is a renowned hacker and security consultant who will be featured in an exclusive virtual event of ePlus CyberSmart.

What topics does ePlus CyberSmart cover?

The initiative covers Identity and Access Management, Secure Access Service Edge, Managed Detection and Response, and securing remote teleworkers.

How can organizations benefit from ePlus CyberSmart?

Organizations can gain practical cyber security knowledge and access resources to help mitigate threats in the wake of increased remote work.

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