Cyber Defense Strategy : The Golden Thread for CPA Firms

Overview

Cyberattacks against CPA firms are surging, and even small practices are being hit with breaches that expose tax records, drain revenue, and erode client trust. In this focused 60-minute session, Scott Alldridge, Forbes-recognized cybersecurity leader/expert and author of the Amazon bestseller VisibleOps Cybersecurity – reveals The Golden Thread: the framework that connects leadership, governance, Zero Trust, integrity management, and compliance into one unified cyber defense strategy.

Highlights

Key Takeaways: Why CPA firms are now top-tier targets, and how recent breaches happened, How the Golden Thread links people, process, and technology into a cohesive defense, Zero Trust, VCA (advanced MFA), and integrity management in plain English, A.I. threats and proper governance that is essential controls that protect revenue, reduce insurance risk, and stop breaches before they spread

Prerequisites

None.

Designed For

IT Professionals, Owners, and Management

Objectives

You’ll learn why traditional CPA security tools are no longer enough, how attackers are exploiting gaps in cloud apps and identity controls, and why nearly half of cyber insurance claims are now being denied. More importantly, you’ll walk away with practical steps to strengthen your firm’s resilience, without adding unnecessary complexity or cost.

Preparation

None.

Notice

None.