Everyone knows that data breaches are increasing exponentially. This is particularly true for tax and accounting firms of all sizes, including small and medium firms. There are specific tangible measures that every firm should have in place in order to reduce the risks of data breaches. There also are specific tangible steps that every firm should follow after a data breach. We will discuss these various measures to be undertaken before and after a breach in order to address and attempt to reduce prospective risks and damages.
How to prepare for a data breach
How to help your firm achieve true data governance
How to handle and respond to a data breach
SMLR Group
CEO
aheyman@smlrgroup.com
(914) 455-0600
Mr. Heyman is a recognized expert in many phases of Social Media policies, as well as procedures, Privacy matters, and Cybersecurity compliance. He has more than 25 years in the data communication world, having started one of the first Internet based Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) companies in the late 80’s.
WINGET, SPADAFORA & SCHWARTZBERG, LLP
Partner
sterling.h@wssllp.com
(312) 985-5600
Mr. Sterling counsels clients on developing and implementing best practices before, during, and after data breaches and incidents. Since strong preventive measures are central to reducing exposure and damages, Mr. Sterling works with clients to: (1) develop or improve policies, incident-response plans, and data-governance plans; (2) develop or improve employee training procedures and techniques; (3) develop or improve table-top exercises; and (4) comply with governing law and stay current with the latest cyber-law developments. The underlying objective of all of these measures is to help clients establish a cyber-security corporate culture. Mr. Sterling also assists insureds and other clients as a “breach coach” to coordinate and quarterback responses to data breaches or incidents. In this role, Mr. Sterling helps guide and manage the many responsive tasks, including analyzing the nature and scope of the breach or incident, assessing the legal implications and developing and implementing strategies based on those implications, implementing incident-response plans, and communicating internally and externally with the many pertinent constituencies, all while utilizing and maximizing the confidentiality protections of the attorney-client communication privilege where feasible.
SMLR Group
EVP
rhogsed@smlrgroup.com
(914) 455-0600
With over 30 years in the world of technology Roy Hogsed has gained a reputation as a distinguished executive-level leader with deep success building several nationally recognized and profitable software application companies ranging from Managed File Transfer Systems to Cyber Security. Leveraging top-caliber sales teams, penetrating new markets, and partnering with multimillion dollar channel partners he has learned that empowering not only your sales force but your entire staff with the information and tools necessary to make better strategic marketing decisions is very likely to improve your company’s competitive advantage and profitability.
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