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IRS Cybersecurity Checklist

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2.00 Credits

Member Price $79.00

Non-Member Price $109.00

Overview

This course is designed to provide learners with an understanding of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Cybersecurity Checklist and how it can be used to protect taxpayer data. The course will cover the basics of cybersecurity, including threats, risks, and vulnerabilities. Learners will be introduced to the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist, which provides a framework for organizations to assess and enhance their cybersecurity practices.

The course will cover the various elements of the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist, including access control, data protection, and employee training. Learners will gain an understanding of the importance of each element and how it contributes to the overall security of taxpayer data. The course will also cover best practices for implementing each element of the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist.

Throughout the course, learners will be presented with real-world examples of cybersecurity threats and breaches, highlighting the importance of effective cybersecurity practices. Learners will also be given practical exercises and assessments to reinforce their understanding of the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist.

*Please Note:  If you need credit reported to the IRS for this IRS approved program, please download the IRS CE request form on the Course Materials Tab and submit to Kori.herrera@acpen.com.

Highlights

  • Defining Cybersecurity and Cyber Risks
  • Implications of Cybercrime
  • Cyber Attack Trends
  • Landscape of Cyberattacks
  • Laws and Regulations
  • Security Standards and Frameworks
  • Cybersecurity Roadmap

Prerequisites

This course is designed for individuals who have a basic understanding of cybersecurity and the importance of protecting sensitive data. No prior experience with the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist is necessary.

Designed For

CPAs, EAs, attorneys, bankers, and financial planners

Objectives

  • List the basics of cybersecurity, including threats, risks, and vulnerabilities
  • Discuss the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist and its importance in protecting taxpayer data
  • Identify the various elements of the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist and how to implement them effectively
  • Discuss best practices for implementing each element of the IRS Cybersecurity Checklist
  • Discuss the importance of employee training in maintaining effective cybersecurity practices
  • Discuss how to assess and enhance your organization's cybersecurity practices to ensure compliance with IRS guidelines and regulations

Preparation

None

Notice

This course is offered by a 3rd party vendor and will not be accessible in the My CPE Tracker section of the ISCPA website. Course access information will be emailed directly to you by Accounting Continuing Professional Education Network (ACPEN).

Leader(s):

Leader Bios

Arthur Werner, Werner-Rocca Seminars Ltd

Arthur Joseph Werner, JD, MS (Taxation), is the president and is a shareholder in the lecture firm of Werner-Rocca Seminars, Ltd. Mr. Werner’s lecture topic specialties include business, tax, financial and estate planning for high net worth individuals. In addition, Mr. Werner is an adjunct professor of taxation in the Master of Science in Taxation program at the Philadelphia University. Mr. Werner received his B.S. in Accounting and his M.S. in Taxation from Widener University. He holds a J.D. in Law from the Delaware Law School. Mr. Werner lectures extensively in the areas of Estate Planning, Financial Planning, and Estate and Gift Taxation to Certified Public Accountants and Financial Planners, and has presented well in excess of 2500 eight-hour seminars over the past twenty-five years as well as numerous webinars and video presentations. Mr. Werner has been rated as having the highest speaker knowledge in his home state of Pennsylvania by the Pennsylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants, was awarded the AICPA Outstanding Discussion Leader Award in the State of Nevada, the Florida Institute of CPAs Outstanding Discussion Leader Award, and the South Carolina Association of CPAs Outstanding Discussion Leader Award.

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Non-Member Price $109.00

Member Price $79.00