Cybersecurity Risk Management and Response Planning Template

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Cybersecurity is a critical concern in the financial services industry. Our template helps you track and manage cybersecurity risks, develop response plans, and protect sensitive financial data.

By following this step-by-step guide, you can identify potential vulnerabilities, establish a dedicated cybersecurity team, and implement effective measures. Stay proactive with regular audits, staff training, and up-to-date policies to ensure robust cybersecurity defenses.

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Proposed Tasks

Critical and Urgent

  • Identify Potential Cybersecurity Risks due in 1 week
    ☐ Conduct a comprehensive cybersecurity risk assessment ☐ Identify potential vulnerabilities ☐ Identify potential threat actors
  • Establish a Cybersecurity Team due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Identify key personnel for the cybersecurity team ☐ Define roles and responsibilities
  • Train Staff on Cybersecurity Best Practices due in 8 weeks
    ☐ Develop a cybersecurity training program for staff ☐ Conduct regular training sessions

Critical but Not Urgent

  • Develop Cybersecurity Response Plans due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Create incident response plans for identified risks ☐ Develop a communication plan for cybersecurity incidents
  • Implement Cybersecurity Measures due in 4 weeks
    ☐ Implement identified cybersecurity measures ☐ Conduct penetration testing
  • Establish a Cybersecurity Incident Reporting System due in 14 weeks
    ☐ Establish a system for staff to report cybersecurity incidents ☐ Ensure staff are aware of the system and how to use it

Not Critical but Urgent

  • Monitor and Update Cybersecurity Measures due in 6 weeks
    ☐ Monitor effectiveness of cybersecurity measures ☐ Update measures as necessary
  • Conduct Regular Cybersecurity Audits due in 12 weeks
    ☐ Conduct regular audits to assess cybersecurity measures ☐ Identify any gaps or weaknesses
  • Monitor Cybersecurity Threat Landscape due in 16 weeks
    ☐ Stay informed on the latest cybersecurity threats ☐ Update risk assessments and response plans as necessary

Not Critical and Not Urgent

  • Review and Update Cybersecurity Policy due in 10 weeks
    ☐ Review current cybersecurity policy ☐ Update policy to reflect current best practices