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Sarah Harvey / December 19, 2022
The end of the year is rapidly approaching, and so is the deadline for those completing a Q4 audit! It’s not hard to imagine what Santa and his Elves feel like as they rush around to get everything in order and ready for their big day. Just as the Elves help Santa to ensure everything gets done in time, our auditors are committed to helping you make sure you have…
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Sarah Harvey / February 7, 2023
With the holiday season always comes a rise in cyber crime and data theft. With that in mind, it’s a perfect time to remind ourselves of important information security tips to keep us safe and secure this holiday. So don’t let the Grinch ruin your holiday. Here are 5 things the Grinch can teach us about information security: 1. Beware of Social Engineering “With this coat and this hat I…
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Sarah Harvey / December 19, 2022
Stoneleigh Recovery Associates, a third-party debt collection company, continues to show their commitment to compliance and their brand by the recent completion of their SOC 1 Type II and SOC 2 Type II audits. Headquartered in Lombard Illinois, Stoneleigh has been in business since 2007 and has been receiving third-party audits on their compliance since 2010. Understanding the importance of compliance as a critical business function has given Stoneleigh a…
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Sarah Harvey / June 14, 2023
How SOC 1, SOC 2, PCI and FISMA Apply to Debt Collection If you’re performing collections, you’re no stranger to regulatory compliance and the proactive supervision of government agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). It’s also critical to consider how you’re protecting consumer data and understand what information security audits are available and will best fit…
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Sarah Harvey / February 5, 2024
It’s no secret that the PCI Data Security Standard is one of the most robust information security standards that exists. With approximately 400 controls, understanding all of the ins and outs of the standard can cause quite the headache without the proper resources and expertise. When selecting a third party Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) to perform your PCI audit, we recommend choosing an auditor that can help with readiness as…
