CyberGuard Compliance Now Provides Microsoft SSPA Attestation Services
Industry Expert now offers attestation services for Microsoft's Supplier Security and Privacy Assurance program (SSPA). This program certifies security and privacy principles are adhered to when Microsoft suppliers handle Microsoft client, partner, and employee personal information.
ORANGE, Calif., Jan. 29, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CyberGuard Compliance, a global provider of IT-compliance and cybersecurity services, is now assisting clients with the Supplier Security and Privacy Assurance ("SSPA") Program, which is Microsoft's corporate program put in place to deliver Microsoft's data processing instructions to their Suppliers, in the form of the Microsoft Supplier Data Protection Requirements ("DPR"). These requirements can be downloaded directly from Microsoft on their webpage.
If a supplier handles more than just personal data, then Microsoft requires an additional audit in the form of either a SOC 2 or an ISO 27001 certification — both services CyberGuard Compliance has extensive experience in providing for their clients. Microsoft considers processing personal or confidential data on their behalf to be defined as performing this per the terms of an individual purchase order or contract with Microsoft. Microsoft may require additional certification in conjunction with the MSSPA attestation, which CyberGuard Compliance offers custom packages for. If a Company performs credit card transactions and is required to be PCI certified as well, CyberGuard Compliance offers complete packages of all services with customizable options for each client.
Becoming certified also provides several benefits from Microsoft, which include the following:
- Recognition via added visibility as well as becoming eligible for Microsoft Program awards.
- Exclusive invitation to Microsoft specific events, providing networking opportunities.
- Training Opportunities through Microsoft.
- Additional Microsoft Resources made available.
CyberGuard Compliance is an approved third-party, which can perform the required attestation in order to gain the benefits from having achieved compliance in the Microsoft Supplier Security and Privacy Assurance program.
"Regulators continue to tighten cybersecurity compliance rules in order to protect companies and consumers from data breaches," says Tim Roncevich, Partner at CyberGuard Compliance. "Microsoft recognizes these stringent regulations in light of cybersecurity climate, and we as an independent auditor can assist in showing clients that your systems are protected against data breaches and that their data is safe with your company. We at CyberGuard Compliance take pride in making sure we provide expert guidance to our clients when it comes to all audit and certification services."
To learn more about CyberGuard Compliance's services, visit http://www.cgcompliance.com.
About CyberGuard Compliance
CyberGuard Compliance is a global provider of information technology compliance and cybersecurity services. The firm's leadership team brings extensive business management, operations, and related information technology (IT) experience to all engagements. CyberGuard Compliance was founded with the goal of providing clients with top professional talent from a boutique-style professional services firm. The CyberGuard Compliance team has an average of 10+ years of relevant experience from "Big 4" or other large international or regional accounting firms, and most carry the designation of Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Manager (CISM), Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). CyberGuard Compliance treats its staff as valued and highly talented peers while omitting avoidable layers of management and associated costs.
CyberGuard Compliance's diverse client base ranges from Fortune 500 clients to startups in Silicon Valley. Many of its clients seek custom and efficient approaches for undertaking audits from multiple standards. CyberGuard Compliance prides itself on working closely and collaboratively with clients to ensure all service-related risks are addressed with appropriate criteria and control activities. A detailed approach helps identify opportunities for improvement and synergies between control standards within the client's operations. CyberGuard Compliance's proven methodology, flexible delivery methods, efficient economic operating model, and focus on adding value for our clients has enabled the firm to be one of the most highly sought-after cybersecurity and IT compliance-focused CPA firms in the United States.
As a registered and licensed public accounting firm, CyberGuard Compliance is subject to an independent peer review on its auditing practice by a recognized and approved peer review program. This ensures the firm is held to the strictest of audit standards. For more information, please visit http://www.cgcompliance.com.
SOURCE CyberGuard Compliance
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