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MT-2101
Jafar, Asel, Adilzhan
Introduction
Effective IT risk management is crucial in digital finance for operational
integrity and data security.
IMPLEMENTED IT professionals.
1. Data breaches: Leading to loss of customer trust and potential financial penalties.
2. Compliance failures: Resulting in fines and reputational damage.
3. System downtimes: Affecting customer service and operational efficiency.
2. RISK
For this task, we'll first define a simple scale
for probability and impact:
Investment in cybersecurity
2 5 10 Compliance
innovations 3 5 15
failures
Employee skill development
4 3 12
programs
System
3 4 12
Expansion into new markets 3 4 12 downtimes
3. IDENTIFY RISK Response Strategy
Tasks
RESPONSE Time Estimate
1. Data breaches:
Response Strategy: Mitigate by enhancing cybersecurity measures.
Tasks: Implement advanced encryption, conduct regular security audits.
Time Estimate: 3 months for implementation.
Cost Estimate: $150,000 for new security measures.
2. Compliance failures:
Response Strategy: Avoid by staying updated on regulations and ensuring compliance.
Tasks: Regular staff training, hire compliance consultant.
Time Estimate: Ongoing, with quarterly reviews.
Cost Estimate: $75,000 annually for compliance activities.
3. System downtimes:
Response Strategy: Mitigate by improving IT infrastructure resilience.
Tasks: Upgrade hardware, implement redundancy systems.
Time Estimate: 6 months for upgrades.
Cost Estimate: $200,000 for infrastructure improvements.
EVALUATE RISK MONITORING
4. AND CONTROL MECHANISMS
Importance of Ongoing Risk Monitoring:
Continuous risk monitoring ensures that Fortitude Financial Solutions can rapidly
respond to new threats and opportunities, maintaining operational integrity and
regulatory compliance. Effective monitoring helps in detecting issues early, allowing
for timely interventions.