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Foundations of Cybersecurity for Financial Professionals (CYF2)

  • Format Self-Study Webcasts
  • Credits 2.00
  • Level Basic
  • Field of Study Information Technology (2)

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.



Major Topics:

  • 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

Learning 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

Who should take this course:

Experienced CPAs, CITPs, accountants, & anyone who wants to better understand current cybersecurity & data privacy threats for individuals & businesses; anyone responsible for designing or implementing data security policies

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