Let us manage your network so you can manage your business.
🧼 Because “Good Enough” Isn’t Safe Enough in 2025
If your CPA firm is based in Metro Atlanta — including Acworth, Cartersville, or Canton — and you think your current cybersecurity setup is “good enough,” it’s time to think again.
According to IBM’s 2023 Cost of a Data Breach Report, over 82% of breaches involved cloud-based data. The majority were preventable with one simple discipline: better cyber hygiene.
In a world where client trust is everything, poor IT habits aren’t just risky — they’re bad for business.
Let’s clean up your cybersecurity in a way that’s proactive, protected, and partnered.
🔒 1. Your Firewall is Your Front Door — Lock It Tight
You wouldn’t leave your office door unlocked. So why leave your network wide open?
Start with these essentials:
- Hide your Wi-Fi SSID
- Encrypt all data in transit
- Lock down routers with complex, unique credentials
- Mandate VPN use for remote workers
Metro Atlanta Insight: During tax season, a 10-minute outage can feel like a full-day disaster. Reliable uptime is non-negotiable.
🧠 2. Train Your Team to Be Human Firewalls
Your employees are often your biggest vulnerability — and your best defense.
- Launch ongoing phishing awareness training
- Require MFA for all apps, including cloud-based tools like QuickBooks or Drake Software
- Establish a clear protocol for reporting suspicious emails or behavior
Pro Tip: The biggest mistake you can make is assuming your team “already knows.” They don’t — and hackers count on it.
💾 3. Backups Aren’t Optional — They’re Operational
Imagine a ransomware attack hits your office this weekend. Could you still serve your clients on Monday?
- Automate cloud and off-site backups
- Schedule regular test restores to verify recovery speed
- Prioritize critical data like tax documents, payroll files, and CRM records
If your backups aren’t tested, they aren’t real.
🔐 4. Least Privilege = Greatest Protection
The fewer people who have access to sensitive data, the better.
- Use role-based permissions for every system
- Revoke credentials immediately when employees leave
- Limit administrative rights to your IT provider or internal tech lead
One ex-employee with access to your cloud apps can spell disaster.
✅ Strong Cyber Hygiene = A Competitive Advantage
Today’s clients aren’t just looking for accuracy and timeliness. They want to know their financial data is safe with you.
When you can confidently say your firm:
- Follows GLBA compliance
- Implements strong password and access policies
- Maintains secure, recoverable backups
…you’re not just staying compliant — you’re building trust and earning referrals.
🛠️ Bonus: Free Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
Want to see where your CPA firm might be vulnerable? Our Free Cybersecurity Risk Assessment gives you the insights and action plan you need — without the tech jargon or sales pressure.
👉 Click Here to Schedule your assessment today
📞 Or call us directly at 770.792.6700
Final Thought
In today’s world, peace of mind isn’t a product — it’s a partnership.
At Custom Technologies, Inc., we help Metro Atlanta CPA firms stay secure, compliant, and confidently connected — during tax season and beyond.
Let us manage your network so you can manage your business.
