Privacy Impact Assessment

Protect your confidential data. Ensure your private information is secured free from risks posed by privacy violations. Let us assist with conduction of Privacy Impact Assessments to extinguish threats of online security breaches.

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What is A Privacy Impact Assessment?

Current advances in online technology, cloud computing, mobile phone technology and social media have revolutionized modern business and government operations. Much of the personal information is shared across the Internet but not encrypted. Confidential data is too often lost because of online security breaches. The public expects strong privacy protection, programs, and processes to safeguard their information.

A Privacy Impact Assessment (PIA) is a structure review of an information system to identify and mitigate risks, including risks to confidentiality, at every stage of the system life cycle. PIA states what personally identifiable information (PII) is collected and provides a systematic means of answering questions such as:

What personal data are you processing?
How is it being processed?
What are the existing measures for data protection??
What aspects of processing can potentially cause harm to concerned individuals, the organization, or the public?
How can the risks of harm be addressed?

Who needs to comply?

Any business or federal agencies responsible for introducing new or revised service or changes a new system, process or information asset is (the Information Asset Owner – IAO) responsible for ensuring the completion of a PIA and therefore must be effectively informed of these procedures.

U.S. federal law requires compliance and commitment to ensure personal identifiable information (PII) is managed with the utmost priority and care. The Privacy Act and The Section 208 of the E-Government Law requires that federal agencies maintain and protect PII, and it establishes the requirement for agencies to conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIA) for electronic information systems and collections. It also requires each federal agency to publish notice of its system of records (SORN) in the Federal Register and to allow individuals to request access to and make corrections to their record.

To ensure compliance with federal law, all systems that collect PII must be evaluated to determine how information is collected, secured, stored, retrieved, shared, and managed. M-03-22, OMB Guidance for Implementing the Privacy Provisions of the E-Government Act of 2002, provides direction to federal agencies on conducting PIAs.

Why is it important to conduct a PIA?

A Privacy Impact Assessment enables an organization to implement a risk-based approach to data protection. Provision of a system that allows for an early warning that privacy may be breached, implement safeguards, and prevent future privacy issues.

A PIA also demonstrates an organization’s commitment to comply with data protection laws, and shows that it admits to being accountable for all the personal data it processes. This aids the organization in gaining the confidence and trust of the public. If the PIA is conducted for the entire organization, it will also facilitate and assist in meeting the registration requirements of the National Privacy Commission, including the maintenance of records of the organization’s processing activities. Critical information necessary to improve existing policies and procedures, including privacy notices, will also be obtained.

How WCG will help you?

Wilson Consulting Group (WCG) understands the risks posed by privacy violations. WCG assists organizations and government agencies to conduct Privacy Impact Assessments by following these steps:

Identify the need for PIA
Describe the data flows
Identify privacy risks
Identify privacy solutions
Record PIA outcomes
Integrate outcomes into project plan

WCG focuses on privacy threats and breaches that affect organizations and helps them mitigate risk and manage exposures. Our Privacy Impact Assessments guarantees that privacy risks are identified, evaluated, and remediated. Why not be one step ahead by protecting personal data within your organization now?

Why WCG?

Leveraging cutting-edge Cyber Security practices, our FedRAMP process, and internal application, we provide an accelerated and simplified approach to evaluate controls and identify deficiencies. Whether you require Cyber Security services, training, or consulting, our adept team ensures a swift and efficient readiness for authorization within 60 days, resulting in an impressive 80% faster time to market.

Our competitive and transparent pricing model eliminates hidden agendas, miscellaneous charges, or add-on fees, offering you a remarkable 40% cost savings compared to other providers. As specialists in Cyber Security training and assessments, our dedicated team boasts unparalleled talent, knowledge, and experience in conducting FedRAMP assessments and consulting in alignment with NIST 800-53 Revision 5.

With unique experiences working alongside federal government agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, and General Services Administration, as well as corporate cloud services providers serving the federal government, we possess the expertise to ensure the success of your assessments and Cyber Security initiatives.

Knowledgeable and Experienced Team

Our team, seasoned in cyber security, brings unparalleled experience to assist governments and businesses globally. We specialize in defending against cybercrime, reducing risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and transforming IT, security operations, and infrastructure. Our comprehensive services encompass the latest advancements in cyber security to fortify your digital defences effectively.

Practical Guidance

WCG has hands-on IT experts who have extensive knowledge and experience helping businesses.

Reasonable Pricing

We provide simple, straightforward pricing with no hidden agenda, miscellaneous charges, or add-on fees.

Personalized Customer Service

Our personable, dedicated staff to answer any questions you have at any time throughout the process.

Proven Track Records

WCG has an exceptional reputation and track record for numerous services.

Adopting to Your Needs

We develop and customize an approach that suits your immediate requirements and future goals. To achieve this, WCG will provide pragmatic insights and balanced views on how to prioritize any associated actions.