When it comes to securing sensitive data, doing the bare minimum won’t suffice. Today’s cyber threats are evolving rapidly, and staying a step ahead requires more than just meeting compliance standards. At Athena Security, we recognize that data protection isn’t merely about ticking off regulatory checkboxes; it’s about innovation and dedication to staying ahead of threats.
Take industry standards like SOC 2 compliance, for instance. These frameworks require encryption of data in transit and at rest, ensuring a baseline level of security. But at Athena, we know that customer PII (Personally Identifiable Information) and PHI (Protected Health Information) demands a higher level of care. That’s why we’ve engineered solutions that obscure the location of sensitive data, even from browser consoles, making it exponentially harder for malicious actors to target your information.
The Athena Edge: Advanced Security Features
Self-Destructing Links: Accessing sensitive data should never be a long-term vulnerability. At Athena, when users request images—whether from hospitals, casinos, or schools—our servers generate a unique, temporary link valid for just 60 seconds. After expiration, the link and associated data are purged, shrinking the attack surface for unauthorized access.
Secure NAS Storage: Sensitive images are stored in secure Network Attached Storage (NAS) environments, ensuring robust protection against external threats. Our infrastructure is designed to prevent unauthorized access while maintaining high availability for legitimate users.
Client-Centric Security Controls: Empowering our clients is at the heart of our security philosophy. We offer customizable options, such as 2nd time client-enabled two-factor authentication (2FA), to add an extra layer of protection for accessing client data. This ensures that security measures align with each client’s unique needs.
Leading by Example: Security starts at home. At Athena, every employee accessing sensitive customer data is required to use 2FA, setting the standard for stringent internal controls. Additionally, our system enforces role- and permission-based access, so even our team operates on a strict need-to-know basis.
The Experience Behind Athena’s Excellence
Athena Security’s commitment to safeguarding data is deeply rooted in its leadership. Chris Ciabarra, co-founder and CTO, brings a legacy of unmatched cybersecurity excellence. As the former CTO of Revel Systems, Chris spearheaded the development of a point-of-sale platform that processed billions in transactions since 2010 —without a single data breach while he was founder and CTO.
Since 2018, Chris has applied that same precision and innovation to Athena Security, ensuring that its weapons detection and visitor management systems are built with unparalleled security architecture for health care. The Athena engineering team, under Chris’s guidance, has implemented multi-layered defenses for your private data to stay private.
Beyond Compliance: Athena’s Commitment to Innovation
Protecting sensitive data is about more than compliance; it’s about foresight. While no system can promise 100% security from potential future cyber threats, at Athena Security, we continuously innovate to anticipate and counter evolving threats. From temporary links and secure storage to client-enabled 2FA and mandatory 2FA for employees, our layered approach to security ensures peace of mind for our clients.
As cyber risks grow more sophisticated, so does our commitment to safeguarding what matters most—your sensitive data.