Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

One essential tool that bolsters this trust is an audit of internal control over financial reporting (ICFR). At its core, an ICFR audit evaluates the operating effectiveness of a company’s internal processes and controls that safeguard its financial statements from misrepresentation, either accidental or intentional.

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Reciprocity

DECEMBER 21, 2022

If your company is a service organization and your customers trust you with their data, you may need to pass a SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) audit. Compliance and certification are the goals of a SOC 2 audit. The SOC 2 compliance audit gives them that assurance. Develop a SOC 2 Audit Framework. What is SOC 2?

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Bernstein Crisis Management

MAY 19, 2023

Communication and coordination: Ensuring clear and timely communication with all relevant stakeholders, including employees, customers, suppliers, authorities, and the media. Externally Caused Crises These crises are triggered by external forces beyond the organization’s control.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 7, 2023

by Pure Storage Blog When you have multiple operating systems and devices connected together, you need a centralized directory service to control authentication and authorization. Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft’s database of policies, users, and devices authorized to access the network. What Is LDAP? What Is Active Directory?

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Prism International

MAY 10, 2023

Conduct regular compliance audits Regular compliance audits can help you identify areas where your business may not be meeting regulatory requirements. These audits should be conducted by an independent third party who has expertise in the relevant compliance areas.

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Pure Storage

AUGUST 3, 2023

How to Implement Threat Modeling in Your DevSecOps Process by Pure Storage Blog This blog on threat modeling was co-authored by Dr. Ratinder Paul Singh Ahuja, CTO for Security and Networking, and Rajan Yadav , Director of Engineering, CNBU (Portworx), Pure Storage. This can be a serious threat to audit trails and other compliance controls.

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Security Industry Association

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Speaker: Thomas Klein, cyber operations planner, CISA Auditing Physical Security for Information Technology Thursday, Nov. This session , led by experts with decades of in-depth industry experience, will show how you can audit your physical security to ensure that all aspects of your IT infrastructure are secure. 16, 11:30 a.m. –

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Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Our editors selected the best risk management software based on each solution’s Authority Score; a meta-analysis of real user sentiment through the web’s most trusted business software review sites and our own proprietary five-point inclusion criteria. Platform: Archer IT & Security Risk Management. Fusion Risk Management.

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Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Our editors selected the best governance, risk, and compliance software based on each solution’s Authority Score; a meta-analysis of real user sentiment through the web’s most trusted business software review sites, and our own proprietary five-point inclusion criteria. Fusion Risk Management. Platform: Fusion Framework System.

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Solutions Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Two-thirds say securing backups and storage was addressed in recent external audits. The NIST Special Publication 800-209; Security Guidelines for Storage Infrastructure (co-authored by Continuity) is an excellent resource for those looking to develop their storage infrastructure knowledge. What level of auditing do we expect?

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LogisManager

AUGUST 9, 2024

Accountable The person with final authority over the task’s completion. By integrating task management with compliance requirements, LogicManager helps ensure adherence to regulatory standards, providing a clear audit trail and facilitating oversight and accountability. Why Do You Need a RACI Model?

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Pure Storage

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

This blog about sustainability was authored by both Biswajit Mishra and Justin Emerson. Are the vendor assumptions substantiated and validated by a 3rd party audit—and are they reflective of the published information? Does the vendor have a proven track record of optimizing their products for sustainability and efficiency?

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IT Governance BC

OCTOBER 17, 2019

A good auditor will use the checklist as a summary at the beginning or end of their audit, with a more detailed assessment in their report, or they’ll use a non-binary system that doesn’t restrict them to stating that a requirement either has or hasn’t been met. They allow cost-cutting to starve the audit. Good auditing practices.

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Reciprocity

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Internal controls assure the audit committee, board of directors, and senior management that the company’s financial reporting is reliable and compliant with applicable laws and regulations. For example, record-keeping, authorization, and review activities should be divided among different employees.

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Reciprocity

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Internal controls assure the audit committee, board of directors, and senior management that the company’s financial reporting is reliable and compliant with applicable laws and regulations. For example, record-keeping, authorization, and review activities should be divided among different employees.

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Online Computers

JANUARY 8, 2024

Security Audits: Conduct routine audits to address vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorized data access. Encryption and Access Controls: Implement measures to safeguard patient data and limit access to authorized personnel.

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Pure Storage

MAY 2, 2024

Every single new connection attempt should be treated with rigorous authentication and authorization. Addressing insider threats : By restricting even authorized users to the minimum necessary privileges, enterprises can head off accidental or intentional data breaches by employees or other trusted entities. Implement least privilege.

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Security Industry Association

JANUARY 24, 2022

Stephan Masson : Calibre offers physical security foundational framework services such as threat vulnerability and risk assessments, high angle attack assessments, crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) assessments and site surveys, drone vulnerability and risk assessments, and security technology audits.

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Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

These ideas include internal audits, continual monitoring, and corrective or preventive measures. Management must provide documentation proving the effectiveness of controls throughout the audit period. In many ways, you’re auditing your vendors to verify that they live up to their promises. What Is a SOC 2 report?

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Reciprocity

OCTOBER 7, 2024

At the very least, these payroll tasks should be segregated: Timesheet approver Payroll processor Paycheck signer and issuer Payroll tax preparer Payroll Audits Regular payroll audits can minimize the chance of fraud due to buddy punching or ghost employees. A dedicated payroll account also simplifies audits.

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Reciprocity

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The issue is management abuse of its override authority. The collapse of these firms led to the creation of new auditing standards and regulations, such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), to promote the integrity of financial reporting for public companies. stock exchanges, their boards are required to have audit committees.)

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Fusion Risk Management

JANUARY 27, 2022

Rights to audit – Whether it’s evidence of an external audit or rights to go on-site to audit the third party on behalf of the company, this needs to be spelled out. Designated signing authority – Have a signing authority roster or clear guidelines as to who can sign on behalf of the company.

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Pure Storage

AUGUST 25, 2023

It can automatically monitor data access, retention, and security, helping organizations maintain data integrity, meet legal requirements, and prepare for audits. Automation plays a crucial role in enforcing data governance policies and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.

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everbridge

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

During severe weather emergencies, authorities, companies, and organizations will need to easily identify and communicate effectively with on-the-ground teams, any at-risk populations, first responders, transportation resources, and medical supplies. As you audit your emergency plans, you are likely to have identified areas for improvement.

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Pure Storage

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Implement audits and monitoring Periodic reviews of IT infrastructure, policies, and practices can help identify gaps in compliance or controls. Note that authorities often advise against paying ransoms, as it encourages further attacks and doesnt guarantee data recovery. This proactive approach mimics the tactics of cybercriminals.

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AWS Disaster Recovery

DECEMBER 8, 2021

Creating a security foundation starts with proper authentication, authorization, and accounting to implement the principle of least privilege. Applications that need to securely store, rotate, and audit secrets, such as database passwords, should use AWS Secrets Manager. Ensuring security, identity, and compliance.

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BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Regular Audits : Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential weaknesses. Collaboration with Authorities : Build strong relationships with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure a coordinated response during an active shooter situation.

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BCP Builder

JULY 8, 2024

Regular Audits : Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential weaknesses. Collaboration with Authorities : Build strong relationships with local law enforcement and emergency services to ensure a coordinated response during an active shooter situation.

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Pure Storage

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Reporting of incidents: Telcos are required to report certain security incidents to the relevant authorities promptly. Telcos must cooperate with government authorities to address security threats that may have national implications. Security of customer data: Protecting customer data is of paramount importance.

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Reciprocity

DECEMBER 21, 2022

If using an ISO audit software tool to achieve ISO certification is on your compliance roadmap, here’s a quick primer to get you up to speed and jumpstart your ISO compliance efforts. The ISMS provides tools for management to make decisions, exercise control, and audit the effectiveness of InfoSec efforts within the company.

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Reciprocity

OCTOBER 7, 2024

The Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program ( FedRAMP ) helps U.S. FedRAMP standardizes security requirements and authorizations for SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS cloud services per the Federal Information Security Management Act ( FISMA). That said, there are differences between these two authorization paths. What is FedRAMP?

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FS-ISAC

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

You can hire a professional audit firm to benchmark the bucket against peer buckets. Rather than beginning with a tick list of 400 compliance and audit-driven program measures, beginning with an intelligence-driven set of top Threat Objectives directs testing activity. Or you could fill it with water. Put Your Team in Their Shoes.

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Solutions Review

AUGUST 29, 2024

Automating The Detection Of Storage & Backup Configuration Drift Purpose-built solutions can help you audit the configuration of storage & backup systems to ensure they’re hardened and not vulnerable.

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LogisManager

MAY 9, 2023

For example, SVB had a Moody’s A1 issuer rating and KPMG signed off on SVB’s bank’s audit just 14 days before it declared bankruptcy. Their opinions, such as “Audit Opinions” and “Credit Ratings,” are based on the information provided to them, and they cannot be held liable for errors and omissions.

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Security Industry Association

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Bill would authorize more than $850 billion for national security programs. Congress has advanced the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2023 (FY 2023); included in the legislation is the authorization for more than $850 billion for national security programs.

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Reciprocity

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Monitoring often incorporates audit requirements (either external or internal) as part of the regulatory or industry standard. Set up a mechanism for monitoring and auditing. To accomplish this, create a system of internal and external monitoring, including formal audits. Elements of a Strong Compliance Program.

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Reciprocity

MARCH 24, 2022

A business has thoroughly planned, authorized, and formed risk management activities, but those elements are not fully implemented due to lacking metrics and enforcement. Evidence may include compliance certifications, penetration test reports, financial information, and on-site audits. Conduct vendor audits.

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