Course

Regulation S-P and Information Security Update: Evolving Regulatory Framework, Industry Expectations and Accompanying Challenges

Wednesday May 14, 2025 2:00 pm

The course will cover Reg S-P’s new requirements for “covered institutions,” which include brokers or dealers (BDs) and registered investment advisers (RIAs). Subtopics include designing an appropriate incident response plan, processes for notifying customers affected by a security incident, and oversight of service providers.

2 – 4 p.m. Central

Course Description:

In May 2024, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted amendments to Regulation S-P (Reg S-P) in an effort to “modernize and enhance” protection of consumers’ privacy and nonpublic information. The course will cover Reg S-P’s new requirements for “covered institutions,” which include brokers or dealers (BDs) and registered investment advisers (RIAs). Subtopics include designing an appropriate incident response plan, processes for notifying customers affected by a security incident, and oversight of service providers.

Learning Objectives:

After attending this course, attendees should be able to:

  • Updating policies and procedures to address amended Reg S-P
  • Complying with incident notification requirements
  • Assessing service provider arrangements

For Whom: Chief Compliance Officers, Management Compliance Staff at all levels, Legal Counsel, Trading Personnel Persons involved with monitoring client portfolios

Suggested Skill Level: Intermediate

Instructional Method: Group Internet-Based

Pre-requisites for participation: No prerequisites are required. However, attendees can benefit by reviewing the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 to become familiar with the structure and terms.

Advance Preparation: None

Continuing Education Credits

COMPLY Continuing Education Guide

Recommended IACCP® CE Credit: 2

Recommended CPE Credit: 2 in the Regulatory Ethics field of study

Recommended CA MCLE Credit: 2