This CPE course provides a concise overview and non-technical explanation of leading cyber security best practices for accountants. While perfect security is not possible in a world where threat actors are always finding new and creative ways to exploit users and technology, the presentation discusses how to instantly improve your security posture even with limited resources and time. Youll walk away with a fundamental understanding of online protection basics and how to develop a custom cyber security for your operations.

Learning Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• When considering cyber security, practitioners will be able to identify at least 10 core technology elements that need to be coordinated to protect their information systems.
• When examining online security incidents, practitioners will be able to give examples of at least 10 online breaches that have involved accounting operations and tax administrations around the world.
• When looking to practically apply cyber security, practitioners will be able to point out at least 4 examples of online protection templates and checklists that can be used to increase cyber resilience.
• When evaluating cyber security solutions, practitioners will be able to explain at least 6 categories of digital protection software and how they are designed to secure all types of data.
• When developing a cyber security gameplan, practitioners will be able to list at least 10 online resources and communities that provide cyber security guidance and assistance.

Topics Covered:

• Cyber security fundamentals
• What are data breaches?
• Impact of COVID on cyber security
• Why cyber security is critical for accountants
• Whats behing lagging security?
• Rethinking cyber security as a business priority
• What does a baseline cyber security plan look like
• Leading cyber security software and services
• Starter cyber security gameplan

Who Will Benefit/Target Audience:

Practitioners who want to launch, optimize and manage a cybersecurity plan for their operations and improve their threat awareness and resilience.

Prerequisite Knowledge

Participants should have a basic understanding of Internet technology, online navigation, and digital productivity services.