Courses

Objective

• Understand the importance of confidentiality and safekeeping of information in the accounting and finance professions, as outlined by professional conduct rules
• Identify the potential causes and consequences of a major cybersecurity breach
• Be familiar with email security best practices to mitigate the risk of phishing attacks and unauthorized access to sensitive information
• Understand security measures for remote work environments, including securing home networks and being cautious of phishing attempts
• Recognize the risks associated with IoT devices and public Wi-Fi networks, and implement strategies to mitigate these risks
• Understand the benefits of using a VPN for encrypting internet traffic and protecting against cyber threats while using public Wi-Fi networks
• Gain awareness of common phishing scams targeting text messages and phone calls, and learn techniques to identify and avoid falling victim to these scams
• Appreciate the importance of data loss prevention measures, including data classification, policy development, access controls, and endpoint security
• Understand the risks associated with third-party file sharing services and cloud storage, and learn best practices for securely sharing and storing sensitive information
• Recognize the importance of multi-factor authentication and other security measures in protecting against unauthorized access to confidential data
• Understand the potential risks and ethical considerations associated with the use of artificial intelligence and data profiling in the context of privacy and security
• Develop a culture of security awareness and cooperation within the organization, including effective communication channels for reporting security incidents and seeking assistance

Highlights

• Obligations of confidentiality and safekeeping
• Security best practices to apply beyond work
• Likely causes and effects of a large-scale cyberattack
• Email security best practices
• Remote work security
• Mobile device security
• Internet of Things (IoT) risks
• Public Wi-Fi risk and the importance of using a VPN
• Recognizing and avoiding text message/phone call phishing
• Data loss prevention (DLP)

Designed For

Prerequisite

Advanced Preparation