CTG Moves Healthcare Cybersecurity In From the Perimeter

CTG Moves Healthcare Cybersecurity In From the Perimeter

Author: John Lynn April 21, 2026 Duration: 12:42

It can be hard to justify expenditures on security by citing their ROI or financial impact. Jeremy Molnar, Principal Cybersecurity Advisor, Healthcare Lead at CTG, prefers to collaborate with clients on the impacts of cyber attacks on patients. A denial-of-service or ransomware attack can prevent patients from getting crucial services, and breaches of sensitive data can cause extended problems later such as identify theft.

CTG is an IT consulting solutions and services firm, supporting the healthcare space with industry-specific knowledge and cybersecurity solutions. Chad Alessi, Managing Director of Cybersecurity at CTG, claims that many CIOs and CTOs don't understand the impact and risk of installing new technologies, particularly AI.

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