15 Topics
15 Days
Programme Overview
Training Description
Who Should Attend
• Financial Controllers and Accountants
• Procurement Managers and Officers
• Supply Chain Managers
• Internal and External Auditors
• Risk Management Professionals
• Compliance Officers
• IT Security and Cybersecurity Professionals (with a focus on business-centric cloud security)
• Business Analysts involved in cloud solution implementation
• Anyone responsible for managing or overseeing cloud-based financial and procurement systems
Session Objectives
- Understand the fundamentals of cloud computing and its implications for finance and procurement.
- Learn the shared responsibility model in cloud security and its impact on their roles.
- Identify and assess cybersecurity risks specific to cloud-based financial and procurement tools.
- Acquire best practices for managing access controls and identity in cloud environments.
- Comprehend the importance of data encryption and data residency for sensitive cloud data.
- Develop skills in secure configuration management for cloud services.
- Understand vendor risk management strategies for Cloud Service Providers (CSPs).
About the Course
The adoption of cloud-based tools and platforms has revolutionized finance and procurement operations, offering unparalleled scalability, efficiency, and collaborative capabilities. From cloud accounting software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to e-procurement platforms and supplier portals, organizations are entrusting critical financial data and sensitive procurement processes to the cloud. However, this migration introduces a unique set of cybersecurity challenges, including data breaches, misconfigurations, compliance complexities, and the shared responsibility model. Without a clear understanding of these risks and how to effectively manage them, finance and procurement professionals can inadvertently expose their organizations to significant vulnerabilities. This essential training course focuses on equipping these professionals to secure their cloud environments.
This comprehensive training course is meticulously designed to empower finance controllers, procurement officers, auditors, risk managers, and IT security personnel with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to manage cloud-based tools and platforms securely in procurement and accounting functions. Participants will gain a deep understanding of cloud security principles, the shared responsibility model, and best practices for protecting sensitive financial and procurement data in various cloud environments. The course will delve into topics such as cloud access control, data encryption, secure configuration management, vendor risk management for cloud service providers, compliance with cloud security frameworks, and incident response in cloud environments. By mastering the principles and methodologies of Cloud Security for Finance and Procurement Professionals, participants will be prepared to leverage the benefits of cloud technology while effectively mitigating cyber risks, ensuring data integrity, and maintaining regulatory compliance.
Curriculum & Topics
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