Written Information Security Plans
Total Credits: 1 including 1 Regulatory Ethics - Technical
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- Categories:
- ACPEN Industry Institute | Ethics
- Faculty:
- Mary Jane Hourani, MM, EA
- Course Levels:
- Intermediate
- Duration:
- 1 Hour
- License:
- Expires 30 day(s) after program date.
Description
This course provides a comprehensive overview of Written Information Security Plans (WISP), focusing on their purpose, requirements, and implementation. Starting with the 2024 PTIN renewal season, all PTIN holders must certify they have a WISP and have trained employees, staff, and contractors as necessary. Participants will explore the history and legal foundation of WISP under the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act, and how compliance is enforced through Circular 230, AICPA Statements of Standards, and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations. Attendees will gain practical guidance on writing an effective WISP and ensuring compliance with due diligence standards for data security.
Basic Course Information
Learning Objectives- Explain the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and its requirements for data security
- Review compliance requirements under Circular 230 related to WISP and data security
- Identify AICPA Statements of Standards applicable to WISP
- Understand the essential components of a WISP and how to draft one
- Recognize the role of employee and contractor training in maintaining data security compliance
- Discuss how FTC regulations impact WISP implementation and enforcement
- Evaluate due diligence practices for ensuring WISP compliance
- Develop strategies for monitoring and updating a WISP to meet evolving standards
Major Subjects
- Introduction to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and its impact on data security
- Circular 230 compliance and due diligence for practitioners
- AICPA Statements of Standards relevant to WISP requirements
- Key components of a Written Information Security Plan
- Training requirements for employees, staff, and contractors
- Practical guidance for drafting and implementing a WISP
- FTC enforcement of data security standards for PTIN holders
- Best practices for maintaining and updating WISP compliance
Course Materials
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Faculty
Mary Jane Hourani, MM, EA Related Seminars and Products
Mary Jane has been practicing since 1993, working for a couple larger Tax, Accounting, & Audit Firms in before transitioning to her own practice in 2005.
Mary Jane has a Master of Management from Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration as well as a Bachelor of Science from Eastern Michigan University in Public Administration with a focus in Organizational Development and Governmental Accounting.
She is credentialed as an Internal Revenue Service Enrolled Agent, allowing her to practice before the IRS. With this credential, she has direct oversite by the IRS Office of Professional Responsibility. She is also a National Association of Enrolled Agents NTPI Fellow.
Mary Jane has been an Instructor of Tax for Michigan State University Tax School since 2008 as well as a speaker for several trade organizations since 2005.
Mary Jane has been a Contributing Editor and Contributing Author of the National Tax Workbook for the Land Grand University Tax Education Foundation since 2009. She writes and compiles tax course packs used by Michigan State University Tax School and other trade organizations. She is a former H&R Block Instructor/Trainer.
Mary Jane is a member of the National Association of Enrolled Agents, Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, National Association of Tax Professionals, American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers, and is a QuickBooks ProAdvisor.
Dates
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Tue, Jun 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Thu, Jun 26, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:00am CDT
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Tue, Jul 08, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
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Thu, Jul 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Thu, Aug 14, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Tue, Aug 26, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:00am CDT
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Tue, Sep 09, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
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Wed, Sep 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Fri, Oct 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Sat, Oct 25, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:00am CDT
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Tue, Nov 11, 2025 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CST
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Mon, Nov 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CST
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Wed, Dec 17, 2025 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CST
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Fri, Dec 26, 2025 - 08:00am to 09:00am CST
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Tue, Jan 13, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CST
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Sat, Jan 17, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CST
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Tue, Feb 17, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CST
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Thu, Feb 26, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:00am CST
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Tue, Mar 10, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
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Tue, Mar 17, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Fri, Apr 17, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Sat, Apr 25, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:00am CDT
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Tue, May 12, 2026 - 03:00pm to 04:00pm CDT
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Mon, May 18, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Wed, Jun 17, 2026 - 11:00am to 12:00pm CDT
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Fri, Jun 26, 2026 - 08:00am to 09:00am CDT
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Additional Info
Basic Course Information
Prerequisites NoneAdvanced Preparation None
Designed For CPAs, EAs, tax practitioners, and other professionals subject to PTIN requirements or responsible for data
security compliance
Original Recording Date 06/01/25
Course Developer Werner-Rocca Seminars
Date Added to Catalog 05/01/25
Yellow Book
No
Additional Information
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Official Registry Statement
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Instructional Delivery Method
Group Internet Based
Course Registration Requirements
Online Registration
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