CPDStore Ireland

In today's digital economy, an accountancy practice's greatest asset is its data and its greatest vulnerability. Cybercriminals are no longer opportunistic hackers. They are organised criminal enterprises specifically targeting Irish Accountants for the wealth of sensitive client, payroll, and financial data that you hold. This session is crucial because the threat has evolved beyond simple viruses & poorly worded phishing emails to sophisticated, AI-powered scams and crippling ransomware attacks. The benefit of attending is moving from a position of uncertainty to one of strength. This course will empower you to safeguard your practice against financial loss, navigate your critical GDPR obligations with confidence, and ultimately fortify your reputation. By demonstrating robust security, you will improve the value you provide, securing not just your clients' finances, but their trust.

Liam Lynch will cover the following topics during this presentation:

• The Modern Threat to the Irish Accountancy Practice
• The Human Firewall
• Your Digital Keys to the Kingdom
• The GDPR Connection
• The First 72 Hours

By attending this session, you will: 

• Recognise the most pressing cyber threats targeting Irish accountants today, including AI-driven scams.
• Implement practical, high-impact security controls like Multi-Factor Authentication and modern password policies.
• Understand your specific legal responsibilities under GDPR in the context of a cyber incident.
• Confidently apply a step-by-step plan to respond effectively in the critical first 72 hours of a security breach.
• Enhance your practice's value and client trust by demonstrating a robust and professional approach to cybersecurity.

This session will be of most interest to accountants in practice, tax advisers, auditors, practice managers, and business owners who want to improve their cybersecurity and GDPR readiness.

Course Level: Foundation