In today's digital age, cybersecurity is more important than ever for businesses of all types. In partnering with Andrew Wall at NorthStarrs, we have created a course that will give you more understanding about what to look out for in your accounting firm as we cover the types of threats out there, and some best practices for keeping your firm safe. This course is available for you here .

What is Cybersecurity?

Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting electronic information by mitigating cyber risks. These risks can come in the form of malware, phishing attacks, or denial of service attacks, to name a few. The goal of cybersecurity is to protect confidential information and keep networks and systems safe from attack.

About this course

Here is a brief overview of some of the topics that will be covered in this course:

• Introduction to cybersecurity for accounting firms, covering the importance of cybersecurity and its objectives.
• Explores different types of cyber threats and their impact, as well as how to protect confidential information through data protection policies, password management and encryption.
• Covers workplace security measures such as training staff in awareness procedures; network security; incident response and reporting.
• Identifies relevant legal requirements with regards to protecting customer information from data breaches along with fines or penalties associated with them.
• Uncovers best practices are discussed such as regular software updates/patches; staying informed about emerging threats; developing a risk management plan

Why is Cybersecurity Important for Accounting Firms?

Accounting firms handle a lot of sensitive client data, which makes them prime targets for cyberattacks. If confidential client information falls into the wrong hands, it could lead to identity theft, fraud, or other serious financial crimes. In addition to the risk to clients, accounting firms themselves can face hefty fines if they fail to protect client data. That's why it's so important for accounting firms to have robust cybersecurity measures in place.

If you are an accounting firm, this training course is designed specifically for you to help you and your clients stay secure and compliant. As time goes on, we see that security is no longer becoming optional but rather a necessity to one's company. Don’t be reactive, be proactive and sign up for this  

If you would like to take the next steps in securing your firm, schedule a meeting with us today  !