Ensuring data security during migration from Intermedia to Office 365 is vital for protecting business-critical information and meeting compliance requirements. Start by conducting a thorough data assessment to identify and classify sensitive data in your Intermedia environment. This assessment helps prioritize security measures for sensitive information throughout the migration.
When transferring data, use secure migration tools that support encrypted data transfer to protect against unauthorized access. Microsoft offers migration services with encryption, helping to keep data secure in transit. Additionally, enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) in Office 365 for all users before migration adds a crucial layer of security by preventing unauthorized logins.
Role-based access controls in Office 365 are also essential, as they ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive data during and after migration. Set up monitoring and alerts within Office 365 to detect and respond quickly to any suspicious activities that may indicate a security breach.
After the migration, perform a post-migration audit to verify data integrity and security. With built-in security features such as Microsoft Defender and Advanced Threat Protection (ATP), Office 365 helps provide continuous security. Working with a reliable migration provider like Apps4Rent can further help ensure a secure, compliant migration from Intermedia to Office 365.