Computer and Data Security Basics for the CPA ON DEMAND
Available Until
Your Desk
1.0 Credits
Member Price $29.00
Non-Member Price $33.00
Overview
In many cases, network intrusions, loss of data or even loss of funds is due to a failure to follow simple security basics. This course overviews some effective, common-sense techniques to secure your computer or network and associated data that are both low-cost and low-tech solutions. Tips on detecting social engineering emails and employee education to prevent loss of data and funds to social engineers is also discussed.
Highlights
Software updates. Passwords. Laptops and desktop computers. Social engineering. Email spoofing. Phishing. Ransomware. Anti-virus and malware. Routine backups. USB drives.
Prerequisites
None.
Designed For
CPAs, auditors, accountants, and financial professionals.
Objectives
Recognize importance of computer and data security techniques. Recognize and understand how different social engineering techniques can breach computer and data security. Recognize methods to prevent social engineering fraud schemes.
Preparation
None.
Notice
None.
Leader(s):
Leader Bios
Joseph Helstrom, Western CPE
Joseph Helstrom, CPA, is a partner at CFO Resources, LLC, a company focused on training and courseware for CPAs. He’s also the owner of Mill Creek Publishing LLC. Joe has over 30 years of experience as a CPA in both public accounting and industry, with extensive experience in financial reporting and analysis, treasury, tax, information technology, legal and regulatory matters, and strategic planning.
After graduation from Butler University with a degree in accounting, Joe got his start at Ernst & Young. Subsequent to that, he has served for several different companies as a chief financial officer; director of treasury and tax; controller; and manager of financial planning, reporting, and analysis.
Joe and his wife, Patricia McCarthy, produce self-study courses for Western CPE and have published articles in Missouri and Texas CPA society publications titled “Incorporating Excel Arrays into Your Audit Plan.”
Non-Member Price $33.00
Member Price $29.00