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HITRUST Authorized External Assessor Council Appoints Frazier & Deeter for Third Term
The council provides a means for assessors to supply feedback directly and significantly influence the HITRUST Assurance program while also continuing to advance the benefits of HITRUST in the marketplace.
ATLANTA , April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frazier & Deeter (FD), a Top 50 accounting and advisory firm, announced today that it has been named to the 2024 HITRUST Authorized External Assessor Council, marking the firm's third nomination for a two-year term.
"We're honored to continue contributing to the council's efforts in maintaining the efficacy and impact of HITRUST's commitment to advance information security." Andrew Hicks, FD National HITRUST Practice Leader
The council, comprised of 18 firms that represent a broad range of experience in information security and privacy, interacts regularly with HITRUST to share challenges and opportunities relating to its service offerings. This partnership ensures the integrity, effectiveness and efficiency needed to uphold the highest standards of excellence.
"Being selected for a third term reaffirms our commitment to advancing HITRUST's mission," said Andrew Hicks, FD's National HITRUST Practice Leader. "We're honored to continue contributing to the council's efforts in maintaining the efficacy and impact of HITRUST's commitment to advance information security."
As part of HITRUST's certification process, organizations must undergo validation by a HITRUST-approved assessor every two years. FD's dedicated team of certified HITRUST practitioners has extensive experience helping organizations comply with the framework's information security and privacy requirements. Additionally, FD has held positions on key HITRUST committees, including the HITRUST Quality Council and HITRUST Third-Party Risk Management Program (TPRM).
"We at HITRUST celebrate the reappointment of Frazier & Deeter to the Authorized External Assessor Council for a third term. The firm's commitment, depth of knowledge and innovative approach play a pivotal role in enriching our programs and those of their customers," stated Ryan Patrick, VP of Adoption at HITRUST. Emphasizing the value of this partnership, he further noted, "FD's continuous engagement brings a level of insight and energy that is vital to our mission. We are eager to see how the firm's contributions will further enable organizations seriously committed to cybersecurity to achieve greater cyber resilience in accessible and innovative ways."
About Frazier & Deeter
Frazier & Deeter is an award-winning Top 50, accounting and advisory firm that offers a full scope of tax, audit, risk advisory, digital and business transformation services. FD and its family of brands serve clients worldwide, from the Fortune Global 500 companies to growing small businesses. The firm has been recognized repeatedly as a Best of the Best Accounting firm, a Best Firm to Work For® and a Best Firm for Women in Leadership. FD is registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. The firm focuses on investing in relationships to make a difference, in addition to consistently exceeding expectations by supporting evolving needs as businesses grow.
Media Contact
Katie Abraham, Frazier & Deeter, 404.573.4416, [email protected], https://www.frazierdeeter.com/
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