June 19, 2018

In-Person

Spectrum Beach Club
925 Beach Club Trl, Gulf Shores, Baldwin County, Alabama 36542-8142

4 CPE

Cybersecurity Risk Management Program: What You Need to Know

June 19, 2018
In-Person
4 CPE

Cybersecurity Risk Management Program: What You Need to Know

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    Instructor

    Marc
    Hamilton

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    Marc Hamilton

    Bio

    Marc Hamilton is a strategy-oriented finance executive with proven successes in change management.  Mr. Hamilton has over 30 years of extensive practical experiences with data analytics, process design and technology implementation. His roles have provided broad exposure to functional, operational and management challenges facing organizations in the era of systems intelligence.

    As a technologist CPA, Mr. Hamilton frequently speaks from his experiences on big data, data science, artificial intelligence and the developing Blockchain infrastructure.  He also frequently presents AICPA cybersecurity content.

    Mr. Hamilton holds a Masters in Tax Accounting from the University of Alabama and practiced with both Deloitte & KPMG before moving into a business and industry roles including VP of Taxation, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer.

Cyber threats come in all shapes, sizes, complexity and are ever-evolving. Attacks are causing great financial loss and serious damage to companies. There is not a simple one-size-fits all way to respond. Each organization must work to effectively mitigate the risk of data breaches. It is essential for each organization to establish a baseline for identify critical components that must be incorporated into any cybersecurity risk management approach. Professionals working in firms or entities will learn how to keep abreast of the latest cybersecurity trends, manage risks, and ensure the right level of governance to safeguard their organization.

Learning Objectives

Recall the elements of an effective cybersecurity risk management program and identify the need for such a program in today's environment Distinguish between the various cybersecurity controls frameworks available Recognize inherent risks related to cybersecurity operations Identify cybersecurity controls (prevention, detection, recovery) and other risk management activities Recognize processes for ongoing monitoring of cybersecurity threats

Major Topics

Introduction of cybersecurity risks to businesses and firms Overview of different cybersecurity controls frameworks (i.e., NIST, ISO, COBIT, etc.) Elements of a cybersecurity risk management program

CPE Credits Available

4 CPE
4
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Spectrum Beach Club

925 Beach Club Trl, Gulf Shores, Baldwin County, Alabama 36542-8142

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Things to Know About This Course

Course Level

  • Basic

Professional Area of Focus

  • A & A

Prerequisites

None

Advanced Preparation

None

Intended Audience

Professionals working for firms or organizations that want to obtain a basic understanding of a cybersecurity risk management program

Provider

AICPA (Boone)

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