Surgent's Foundations of Cybersecurity for Financial Professionals

Overview

This course introduces key cybersecurity concepts tailored for financial professionals. It emphasizes the CPA’s role in cyber risk management, key terminology, and practical steps to foster a security mindset, integrating cybersecurity with financial reporting.

Delivery Method: Individual webcast
CPE Credit: Information technology
Program Level: Basic

This course is being offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible on your My CPE page. Webinar access information will be emailed directly to you by Surgent McCoy.

Highlights

Financial professionals’ roles in cybersecurity risk management
Foundational terminology and principles (e.g., risk management, threat actors)
Real-world case studies of cybersecurity strategies in financial settings
Integrating cybersecurity into financial reporting and compliance
Understanding the dynamic cybersecurity threat environment

Prerequisites

None

Designed For

Experienced CPAs, CITP designation holders and aspirants, accountants, and anyone who wants to better understand current cybersecurity and data privacy threats for individuals and businesses. Anyone who is responsible for designing or implementing data se

Objectives

Identify the critical importance of cybersecurity in financial environments
Develop a security mindset and understand key terminology for collaboration with IT teams
Recognize how cybersecurity integrates into financial reporting and compliance
Analyze cybersecurity strategies implemented by financial professionals in real-world scenarios
Understand the evolving threat landscape and its implications for finance professionals