Cybersecurity 101 for CPAs

Friday, December 20, 2024
Webcast or Webinar, Online
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM (opens at 2:00 PM) EST
2Credits
Technical Business

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$89.00 Regular Price
Non-Members
$119.00 Regular Price

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Course Type: Webcast
Course Code: 24/CX44934
Level: Basic
Vendor: CPA Crossings, LLC
Field of Study: Information Technology

Overview:

This course provides an overview of cybersecurity from the CPA perspective. We will discuss the components of an IT environment that need to be considered in audits - e.g. network, operating systems, database, and application layers. Additionally, we will discuss an overview of cybersecurity frameworks under the influence of the AICPA and/or ISACA - e.g. SOC2, COBIT, COSO, SOX IT controls, etc. and key cybersecurity controls. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

Objectives:

After attending this presentation you will be able to...

  • Have a general understanding of the components that reside in typical IT infrastructure
  • Have a general understanding of the cybersecurity controls that are applied to specific components within IT infrastructure
  • Understand common cybersecurity frameworks that are used within the industry to establish baselines for cybersecurity controls, and validate effectiveness

Major Topics:

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:

  • The typical IT architecture and technology components that reside in an IT environment
  • Specific cybersecurity controls that are applied at each layer within an IT environment
  • An overview of common cybersecurity frameworks used within the industry to establish and assess cybersecurity controls

Major Topics:

The major topics that will be covered in this class include:

  • The typical IT architecture and technology components that reside in an IT environment
  • Specific cybersecurity controls that are applied at each layer within an IT environment
  • An overview of common cybersecurity frameworks used within the industry to establish and assess cybersecurity controls

Designed For:

Anyone who is interested in understanding IT infrastructure, cybersecurity frameworks and controls.

Prerequisites:

None