Cybersecurity Risk Mgmt for Financial Professionals Webcast [CYR2]

Subject:

Oct 28, 2026
Time: 09:00am-11:00am
Information Technology

Credit Hours:

2.00

Price:

Member: $125.00
Non-member: $155.00

Discussion Leader:

Kenneth Greenwood

Ken Greenwood is a seasoned leader in the business and finance industry. He has previously held financial leadership positions with the Kellogg Company, ConAgra Foods, the Campbell’s Soup Company, and Procter & Gamble. Prior to joining the CPG industry, Ken was a consulting manager for Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Greenwood has a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Chicago, where he also spent time as a facilitator for the Leadership Exploration and Development programs, tasked to instruct students on leadership and management.

Full Description

Cybersecurity Risk Management for Financial Professionals: Policies, Controls & Emerging Threats Webcast (CYR2)

October 28th, 2026 / 9:00 am 11:00 am Alaska Time

Live Webcast / Washington Society of CPAs Virtual Classroom

This course focuses on implementing cybersecurity policies, controls, and risk management strategies tailored to financial environments. It emphasizes practical applications to mitigate threats and highlights global compliance standards, particularly their relevance and applicability to U.S. organizations.

Major Topics:
-Core components of a cybersecurity risk management program.
-Overview of key policies, controls and procedures for financial organizations.
-Applicability of global compliance standards, like the EU AI Act and GDPR in the U.S. financial landscape.
-Case studies: financial implications of breaches and mitigation strategies. Best practices for integrating cybersecurity with financial reporting.

Learning Objectives:
-Identify essential components of a cybersecurity risk management program, including policies and controls.
-Evaluate cybersecurity risks and develop risk mitigation strategies tailored for financial professionals.
-Understand global compliance standards, such as the EU AI Act and GDPR, and their implications for U.S.-based organizations.
-Analyze financial impacts from cybersecurity breaches using real-world case studies.
-Apply cybersecurity policies and controls that align with U.S. regulatory frameworks while addressing global compliance trends.

Designed For: Experienced CPAs, CITPs, accountants, and anyone who wants to better understand current cybersecurity and data privacy threats for individuals and businesses. Anyone responsible for designing or implementing data security policies.

CPE Credits: 2, Information Technology

Level of Knowledge: Basic

Prerequisite: None.

Acronym: SMT2

Discussion Leader: Kenneth Greenwood