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We are one week away from our July edition of Compliance Corner Monthly! 🎙️ Join us as A-LIGN's Blaise Wabo, CPA, CISA, CITP, CCSK, CCSFP and HealthBridge's Jason Wheeler cover insights into audit quality from our 2024 Compliance Benchmark Report. Don't miss out – register now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4cvraaQ #ComplianceCornerMonthly #compliance #auditquality

56 CLIMBERS around the world earned mid-year promotions for their accomplishments and the value they bring to our clients. Keep climbing! 🏔 Here’s a snapshot of the promotions: 🔹 CLIMBERs promoted: 64% male and 36% female – This achievement builds on our commitment to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success. 🔹Departments highlighted: SOC, ISO, Pen Test, HITRUST, Federal, PCI, and PMO. Congratulations to all our CLIMBERs who have reached new heights and will continue to achieve greatness.

I’ve been a fan of ISACA’s #COBIT for years. Today, I wanted to share with you specific ways in which your current COBIT (2019) governance practices align with the goals/structure of the ISO42001 AI Management System (AIMS). 🗺 Framework Goals 🔨 Building a Governance and Management System 1. Establish Governance Structures 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - EDM01 (Ensure Governance Framework Setting and Maintenance): Define and maintain governance frameworks for decision-making and accountability. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 5.2 (Establishing the AI Governance Framework): Ensure governance structures oversee AI initiatives with clear roles and responsibilities. ➡Actions: - Define AI governance policies. - Establish a governance committee. - Develop a charter outlining roles and responsibilities. 2. Align IT and Business Goals 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - APO02 (Managed Strategy): Develop a strategic plan aligning IT goals with business objectives. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 6.2 (AI Objectives and Planning): Align AI strategies with organizational goals and compliance requirements. ➡Actions: - Create an AI strategy supporting business goals. - Regularly review AI initiatives. - Integrate AI strategy into the business plan. 3. Risk Management 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - APO12 (Managed Risk): Identify, assess, and manage IT and business process risks. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 6.1 (Actions to Address Risks and Opportunities): Implement a risk management process for AI systems. ➡Actions: - Conduct AI-specific risk assessments. - Develop risk mitigation plans. - Monitor AI-related risks continuously. 4. Implement Controls and Compliance 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - BAI03 (Managed Solutions Identification and Build): Ensure solutions meet business requirements. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 8.1 (Operational Planning and Control): Implement controls to manage and monitor AI systems for compliance. ➡Actions: - Develop policies for AI system development. - Ensure compliance with data protection and ethical guidelines. - Conduct regular compliance audits. 5. Ensure Transparency and Accountability 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - EDM02 (Ensure Benefits Delivery): Ensure IT delivers value to the business and stakeholders. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 5.3 (Organizational Roles, Responsibilities, and Authorities): Ensure AI operations are transparent and stakeholders accountable. ➡Actions: - Document AI decision-making processes. - Establish stakeholder reporting mechanisms. - Promote a transparency culture. 6. Continuous Improvement 🅰COBIT 2019 Guidance: - MEA01 (Managed Performance and Conformance Monitoring): Monitor and evaluate IT performance. 🅱ISO 42001 Alignment: - Clause 10.3 (Continual Improvement): Continuously improve AI governance and management processes. ➡Actions: - Conduct regular AI performance reviews. - Update governance frameworks based on feedback. - Train staff on AI advancements. A-LIGN #iso42001 #TheBusinessofCompliance

Join us on 7/24 at 2 PM ET as A-LIGN's VP of Strategy & Innovation Patrick Sullivan and risk3sixty's CEO Christian Hyatt cover the compliance world's hottest topics, including: ✔ Driving efficiencies in the audit process ✔ Understanding the role of technology ✔ Building a strong security team ✔And more! Register now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4bvJCPF #TrustMastersMonthly #compliance #cybersecurity

Airspace Link, Inc. has earned their #SOC2! Well done. 🎉

Rustici Software has successfully earned their #SOC2 report and #ISO27001 certification! Congratulations. 👏

Congrats to Upfluence for earning their #SOC2 report! 👏

📣💻 July the 10th is webinar time: “PCI DSS 4: The Seven Changes You Need to Know Now” - Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/dUBeZqun Are you ready to meet the upcoming deadline for PCI DSS 4? Join IXOPAY, HUMAN Security, and A-LIGN to learn more about the changes and what your team can do to prepare ahead of time. What you can expect: ➡ What requirements are changing for PCI DSS 4 and the latest revision of DSS v4.0.1 ➡ How you can get up to speed quickly and cost effectively ➡ Best practices for compliance and preparing your payment ecosystem for the future ➡ A deep dive into the new payment page script technical requirements: 6.4.3 and 11.6.1 Save the date. See you online! #MRC #webinar #pcidss #payments #education #IXOPAY

As an industry leader in cloud security, we are constantly innovating and expanding our services to align with changes in the fast-moving industries of cybersecurity and compliance. We are excited to announce 5 highlights from a successful and transformative Q2: ✅ We released a new offering focused on ISO 42001, a new international standard addressing the use of AI. 🇨🇦 Our team had a blast at Collision Conf in Toronto, our biggest conference to date! ✈ In collaboration with our partners Vanta and A-LIGN, we hosted the Compliance Corner at RSA in San Francisco. 🤝 We announced our new partnership with leading industry player BARR Advisory, P.A. helping organizations around the world strengthen their security postures. 📊 Lastly, we released a guide with findings from our original research relevant to small and medium-sized businesses aiming to improve their security and stay ahead of common obstacles. Read more 🔽 https://lnkd.in/egabGD6n #cybersecurity #innovation #success #business #SaaS #compliance #ISO42001 #startups

What is the most important quality you look for in an auditor? Comment below! 👇 Download our full 2024 Compliance Benchmark Report for more insights on how to choose an audit partner. 👉 https://bit.ly/457LTio #2024ComplianceBenchmarkReport #qualitycompliance #compliance