Information technology audit

The Inner Circle acknowledges Jenniffer F. Wilson as a Top Pinnacle Professional

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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WOODBRIDGE, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jenniffer F. Wilson is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions as an Esteemed Leader in Emergency Preparedness and Emergency Response and Relief Programs.

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  • WOODBRIDGE, Va., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Jenniffer F. Wilson is acknowledged as a Top Pinnacle Professional for her contributions as an Esteemed Leader in Emergency Preparedness and Emergency Response and Relief Programs.
  • Her leadership and extensive experience have also been instrumental in supporting mission critical initiatives during times of crisis in other capacities.
  • In recognition of her outstanding qualifications, Jenniffer Wilson holds esteemed certifications as a Certified Information Systems Auditor and a Certified Program Manager in Information Technology.
  • A distinguished member of professional organizations, Jenniffer Wilson is affiliated with the Association of Government Accountants, the Information Systems Audit and Control Association, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners.

Risk3sixty Honors Its Foundational Community Service Commitment in 2023

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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ATLANTA, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Risk3sixty today celebrated its seventh year of community service to mark its seventh year of operation by giving back to seven different causes in their community. Providing acts of service to the communities it serves is a core value shared with employees since risk3sixty was founded in 2016.

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  • Cybersecurity Leader Provides Financial Support, Expertise, Assistance to Local Organizations
    ATLANTA, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Risk3sixty today celebrated its seventh year of community service to mark its seventh year of operation by giving back to seven different causes in their community.
  • Providing acts of service to the communities it serves is a core value shared with employees since risk3sixty was founded in 2016.
  • "At risk3sixty we are deeply committed to improving the world and we see actively participating in community service as one way to do that," said Co-founder and CEO Christian Hyatt.
  • Each year, risk3sixty employees nominate community service opportunities linked to causes of interest.

The Global Data Ecosystem Conference 2023 Kicks Off: The World's Leading Data Industry Leaders Eye New Development Opportunities

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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The Global Data Ecosystem Conference 2023 (GDEC 2023) was held in Shanghai on November 25, 2023.

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  • The Global Data Ecosystem Conference 2023 (GDEC 2023) was held in Shanghai on November 25, 2023.
  • The joint launch of international data products at the conference marked a progression in global data collaboration, shifting from local to international data networks.
  • The establishment of the network is the culmination of a cooperative effort among seven provincial data trading institutions: SDE, Zhejiang Big Data Exchange Center, Shandong Data Exchange, Guangzhou Data Exchange, Beibu Gulf Data Exchange, Western China Data Exchange, and Northern China Big Data Exchange.
  • They provided a vital convergence point for industry leaders and prominent data exchange entities, creating a platform for global exchange and collaboration.

IT Auditors Identify Cyber Risks, Data Privacy and Talent Shortages Among the Biggest Technology Challenges Companies Face

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As the scale of emerging technology risks facing companies continue to multiply, IT auditors play a key role in identifying these threats and helping their organizations to navigate them. A new survey conducted by Protiviti and The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) reveals which risks are keeping IT auditors up at night.

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  • A new survey conducted by Protiviti and The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) reveals which risks are keeping IT auditors up at night.
  • Companies must focus on hiring the leaders and team members they need as well as retaining and upskilling the existing talent pool.
  • Companies with insufficient talent and intellectual capital in areas like cyber and AI will find themselves exposed when these risks become reality.
  • It also helps identify the areas where organizations should consider strategically investing in talent to bolster their risk preparedness."

eMoney Advisor Expands Leadership Team with Addition of Jason Novak as Head of Information and Security

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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"We're thrilled to have him join our core leadership team and evolve our information and security strategy."

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  • "We're thrilled to have him join our core leadership team and evolve our information and security strategy."
  • Novak joined eMoney in 2014, previously serving as senior vice president of security and IT operations and director of security.
  • Additionally, Novak is certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) and is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM).
  • He is a member of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)².

First Financial Bankshares, Inc. Names Jurado to EVP, Chief Audit Executive Role

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Friday, September 22, 2023
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ABILENE, Texas, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) ("First Financial" or the "Company") announced the appointment of Javier Jurado as Executive Vice President and Chief Audit Executive.

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  • ABILENE, Texas, Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- First Financial Bankshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIN) ("First Financial" or the "Company") announced the appointment of Javier Jurado as Executive Vice President and Chief Audit Executive.
  • He will oversee and execute internal audit planning and reporting, and report directly to the Audit Committee.
  • Jurado brings more than 19 years of audit experience to First Financial, including his most recent posts in audit management at large banks and a public accounting firm.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Javier to the company," said F. Scott Dueser, Chairman, President and CEO of First Financial Bankshares.

New Protiviti Survey Finds Companies Prioritizing Enabling Technology for SOX Compliance

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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MENLO PARK, Calif., Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The fourteenth annual Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliance Survey, conducted by global consulting firm Protiviti, finds that 74% of organizations are seeking opportunities to further enable automation, while 58% reported an increase in hours spent on SOX compliance in the last year. Companies are prioritizing investments in automation and broader enabling technologies, such as GRC solutions, as well as advanced technology tools, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to support SOX compliance activities. These technologies help counteract pressure from the PCAOB and external auditors to increase scope and procedures. The SEC's recently adopted rules related to cybersecurity disclosures and highly anticipated climate disclosure rules only increase the potential for expanded scope.

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  • Companies are prioritizing investments in automation and broader enabling technologies, such as GRC solutions, as well as advanced technology tools, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to support SOX compliance activities.
  • Companies prioritizing automation as a key tool to moderate rising cost pressures are experiencing increased efficiency, effectiveness and a decrease in business and operational costs.
  • The increase in hours spent on SOX compliance during the most recent fiscal year underscores the need to create and implement sustainable change through technology tools and automation.
  • The annual Protiviti SOX Compliance Survey benchmarks compliance costs, hours, processes and improvements, including how these areas are affected by current business conditions.

Vickie Tomasello Joins Northfield Bank as Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer

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Monday, August 28, 2023
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WOODBRIDGE, N.J., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northfield Bank, wholly-owned subsidiary of Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFBK), announced today that Vickie Tomasello has joined Northfield Bank (“Northfield” or the “Bank”) as Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer.

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  • WOODBRIDGE, N.J., Aug. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northfield Bank, wholly-owned subsidiary of Northfield Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: NFBK), announced today that Vickie Tomasello has joined Northfield Bank (“Northfield” or the “Bank”) as Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer.
  • Ms. Tomasello will be responsible for managing the effective governance of risk programs and overseeing the Information Security, Bank Secrecy, Security, Credit Administration, Risk Management, and Compliance areas of the Bank.
  • Ms. Tomasello is a Certified Public Accountant and brings to Northfield over 25 years of experience in the areas of risk, audit, reporting, analytics, and governance.
  • Vickie has a wide range of experience in the banking industry and was most recently the Chief Audit Officer for Lakeland Bancorp, Inc.
    “I am excited to welcome Vickie to the Northfield team,” stated Steven M. Klein, Chairman and CEO of Northfield Bank.

Informed.IQ Unveils Groundbreaking Product: Non-Documentary Validation for Subprime & Full Spectrum Lenders

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Thursday, July 20, 2023
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This innovative solution will transform the lending landscape by empowering auto lenders to expand their borrower base, fostering financial inclusion.

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  • This innovative solution will transform the lending landscape by empowering auto lenders to expand their borrower base, fostering financial inclusion.
  • In addition, Skip the Stip mitigates risk, enabling lenders to make credit decisions faster and more accurately without bias.
  • Sub-prime lenders can reach new levels of profitability and drive growth while maintaining the integrity of their operations.
  • Informed's advanced technology enables real-time loan processing capabilities and ensures lenders' compliance with regulatory requirements, positioning them to be audit-ready.

Normal Computing Raises $8.5M in Seed Funding to Enable AI Solutions For Critical Enterprise and Government Applications

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Tuesday, June 13, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Normal Computing, the startup building full-stack probabilistic compute infrastructure enabling artificial intelligence (AI) for the most critical and complex applications, announced today that it has raised $8.5M in a Seed funding round led by Celesta Capital and First Spark Ventures, with participation from Micron Ventures. The funding will advance Normal Computing's commitment to helping large companies use technologies like Generative Artificial Intelligence ("Generative AI") in intricate and high-stakes real-world contexts. It will also support the research and development of Normal Computing's application development platform and Probabilistic AI technology.

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  • The funding will advance Normal Computing's commitment to helping large companies use technologies like Generative Artificial Intelligence ("Generative AI") in intricate and high-stakes real-world contexts.
  • It will also support the research and development of Normal Computing's application development platform and Probabilistic AI technology.
  • Forged through their work in the largest-scale and the most critical AI workflows at Alphabet, Normal is supporting use-cases where risk has been a central barrier to AI adoption.
  • "We are excited to support the Normal Computing team as they develop their cutting-edge Probabilistic AI, which will help to develop AI that can be trusted for use in critical public and private applications."