Description

Data security and privacy issues continue to plague businesses of all sizes. No matter where you look, the numbers are bad ? really bad! But that doesn't mean you can?t take steps to reduce these risks. In this session, you will learn about the key security and privacy risks facing businesses today and the steps you can take to mitigate these risks.

This session starts with a review of how cybercriminals attack businesses of all sizes and the related costs of these attacks. From there, you will progress into discussions of practical tools, policies, and other solutions you can use to mitigate cybersecurity risks to prudently acceptable levels. This is a ?must-see? session for all concerned about data security and how to mitigate threats to sensitive and confidential data.

Instructor: Thomas G. Stephens Jr

Target Audience

CPAs and other financial professionals seeking a f undamental understanding of information security principles and practices.

Course Objectives

Identify at least five examples of common data security and privacy issues affecting businesses today

Create estimates of the costs associated with data security and privacy breaches

List examples of internal control best practices you can use to mitigate your security and privacy risks

Subjects

Understanding the differences between data security and data privacy

The major types of security and privacy breaches

Key steps you can take to mitigate your risks of becoming another victim

Prerequisites

None.