The Governance Layer
Your IT Team Can't Provide
Your MSP handles security. We handle documentation, policies, and compliance. Generate FTC & IRS compliant IRPs, WISPs, and governance frameworks in minutes—not months.
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Built for Compliance
FTC Safeguards Rule
Maintain your security program governance with FTC-compliant documentation and controls.
IRS Publication 4557
Aligned with IRS data security guidelines for tax professionals
Enterprise Security
Bank-grade encryption protecting your compliance documentation
Think You're Too Small? Think Again.
FTC & IRS requirements apply to ALL tax preparers who handle client data—regardless of firm size or client count.
MYTH
"I only have 200 clients, so the FTC Safeguards Rule doesn't apply to me."
FACT
The 5,000-record threshold applies to only 2 specific requirements. Core compliance applies to ALL firms.
Requirement
Small Firms
(< 5,000 records)
Larger Firms
(5,000+ records)
Written Incident Response Plan (IRP)SafeGuardGRC Core
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(h)
Annual IRP Review & UpdatesSafeGuardGRC Core
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(h)
Written Information Security Policy (WISP)In Progress • Q2 2026
FTC 16 CFR 314.4 & IRS Pub 4557
Secure Data Disposal ProceduresIn Progress • Q2 2026
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(e)
Annual Risk Assessment
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(b)
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(c)
Access Controls & Least Privilege
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(c)(4)
Employee Security Training
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(d)
Service Provider Oversight (Vendor Management)
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(g) & IRS Pub 4557
vCISO (Virtual Chief Information Security Officer)
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(g) & IRS Pub 4557
Annual Penetration Testing
FTC 16 CFR 314.4(f)
Risk Assessment: While a written risk assessment is not required for firms with under 5,000 records, conducting one is highly recommended. Without a risk assessment, your firm won't identify compliance gaps or understand areas requiring attention.
Qualified Individual: ALL firms must designate a qualified individual to oversee their information security program (FTC 16 CFR 314.4(a)). While a formal CISO title is not required for any firm size, larger firms with 5,000+ records face additional compliance complexity, enhanced governance documentation requirements, and ongoing oversight obligations. For these firms, engaging a virtual CISO (vCISO) or dedicated security professional is highly recommended to manage the increased scope and ensure proper governance.
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The Governance Gap MSPs Can't Fill
Your IT team secures your systems. But security ≠ compliance.
You need documented governance—and that's not their job.
What Your MSP Provides
- •Firewalls & network security
- •Endpoint protection
- •Backup solutions
- •Patch management
- •24/7 monitoring
✅ Technical controls (the "how")
The Missing Piece
- ✗Written incident response plans
- ✗Documented policies
- ✗Compliance frameworks
- ✗Risk assessments
- ✗Governance structure
❌ Documentation & governance (the "what" and "why")
What SafeGuardGRC Provides
- ✓FTC & IRS compliant IRPs
- ✓Written security programs (WISP)
- ✓Policy library
- ✓Risk assessment tools
- ✓Compliance dashboard
✅ The governance layer IT can't provide
Why IT Teams Don't Handle This
MSPs and IT departments focus on technical security: firewalls, patches, monitoring. But regulators want documented governance: policies, procedures, incident response plans.
That's where SafeGuardGRC comes in. We fill the governance gap with AI-powered compliance documentation that works alongside your existing security infrastructure.
FTC & IRS Now Require Written IRPs
Hiring a vCISO Costs $3,000-10,000
Most small CPA firms can't afford consultant fees for compliance documentation. That's 100+ billable hours of revenue.
DIY Templates Take Weeks
Generic templates don't account for YOUR tax software, YOUR team structure, or YOUR state's breach laws. You're left filling in blanks with no guidance.
FTC Penalties Up to $46,517 Per Violation
The FTC Safeguards Rule (16 CFR 314.4(h)) and IRS Publication 4557 aren't optional. Non-compliance risks massive fines and reputation damage.
Compliance in 10 Minutes, Not 2 Weeks
$59.99/Month - Less Than 1 Billable Hour
All-inclusive pricing. FTC & IRS compliance, version control, annual reviews, and future features (WISP, policies) included.
10-Minute Setup, AI-Powered Generation
Enter your firm details once. AI generates custom policies specific to Drake, CCH, Lacerte—whatever tax software YOU use.
Always Compliant, Automatically Updated
FTC rules change? State laws update? We update your templates automatically. Annual review reminders keep you audit-ready.
vs. hiring consultants ($3,000) - $59.99/mo = $2,940.01 first year savings
Get Compliant in 3 Simple Steps
From sign-up to compliant IRP in just 10 minutes
Set Up Firm Profile
Enter your firm details, team contacts, and tax software. Takes just 3 minutes.
Select Your Scenarios
Choose which incidents to cover: ransomware, wire fraud, lost laptops, EFIN hijacking, and more.
Generate & Download
AI generates your customized, FTC and IRS compliant IRP. Download PDF or save to Drive.
Video Demo or Screenshot Walkthrough
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Everything You Need for Compliance
Built specifically for accounting firms. FTC & IRS compliant. Always up-to-date.
FTC & IRS Compliance
Pre-built templates aligned with FTC Safeguards Rule and IRS Publication 4557. Maintain your security program governance through appropriate documentation—without hiring consultants.
- FTC Safeguards Rule templates
- IRS Pub 4557 requirements included
- State breach law compliance matrix
Version Control & Audit Trail
Track all plan versions with complete audit history. Annual review reminders keep you FTC compliant year-round.
- Track all plan versions
- Annual review reminders
- Complete audit trail for regulators
Multi-Plan Support
Start with Incident Response Plans today. WISP Generator and Policy Library coming soon - all included in your subscription.
- Incident Response Plans (Live)
- WISP Generator (Coming Q2 2026)
- Policy Library (Coming Q3 2026)
Built Specifically for CPAs
Tax software-specific playbooks for Drake, CCH Axcess, Lacerte, and more. Scenario library covers ransomware, wire fraud, and EFIN hijacking.
- Drake, CCH, Lacerte playbooks
- Ransomware, wire fraud scenarios
- Contact tree templates
AI-Powered Generation
Our AI agent generates custom plans in plain English, not legal jargon. Plans are tailored to your firm's software stack and structure.
- Advanced AI technology
- Natural language, not legalese
- Learns from your firm setup
Always Up-to-Date
Plans automatically updated as regulations change. New scenarios added quarterly. Never worry about outdated compliance documentation.
- Regulation updates included
- New scenarios added quarterly
- Automatic compliance reminders
Why I Built SafeGuardGRC
16 years of compliance experience, countless frustrated firms, and one critical realization
Daniel Chang
Founder & CEO
Former IT Auditor, Deloitte
The Pattern I Kept Seeing
After 16 years in security compliance
I started my career at Deloitte as an IT Auditor, working with everyone from scrappy startups to Fortune 500 companies. I helped them build security controls and achieve compliance certifications across frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, HIPAA, and dozens of regional regulations.
But here's what frustrated me: I kept seeing the same mistake, especially with small and medium businesses.
They'd hand everything to their IT provider and call it done.
Their MSP handled the technical security—firewalls, backups, patches. But nobody was handling governance. Nobody was documenting policies. Nobody was conducting risk assessments. Nobody was reviewing incident response plans annually.
The tone at the top was missing. And when the FTC or IRS came knocking, these firms had nothing to show.
The Firms That Got It Right
A different approach entirely
But some firms were different. The smart ones weren't treating compliance as an expense—they were using it as a sales enabler.
They'd walk into client meetings and say, "We're FTC compliant. We have documented incident response procedures. Your data is protected by enterprise-grade governance."
That changed everything. Compliance wasn't a burden—it was a competitive advantage.
I realized: this should be the standard, not the exception. But most firms didn't have the knowledge or capacity to build these programs themselves.
Why I'm Built to Solve This
The right experience at the right time
I've sat on both sides of the table—implementing compliance programs AND auditing them. I know what works efficiently and what's just checkbox theater.
Working closely with accounting and audit teams at Deloitte, I saw how they operate during busy season. I understand the time constraints. I know they can't become cybersecurity experts—that's not their business.
But here's my secret weapon: I love solving problems with code and automation.
What if we could automate what consultants charge $5,000+ for? What if we could turn a 3-month project into a 10-minute questionnaire?
That's SafeGuardGRC. 16 years of compliance expertise, automated.
Where We're Going
My goal isn't to make accountants into cyber experts. It's to give them the governance layer their IT team can't provide.
In 1-3 years, I want SafeGuardGRC to be another tool in every accounting firm's toolbox—as standard as QuickBooks or CCH. Not removing accountability from the Qualified Individual, but accelerating their decision-making and ensuring their cybersecurity posture stays compliant.
Because here's the truth: firms don't want to be compliant for compliance's sake. They want to safeguard their clients' information. They want to win business. They want to sleep well at night during busy season.
Success looks like this: Accounting firms taking control of their governance programs—confidently, efficiently, and profitably.
We're just getting started, and I'd love for you to be part of our founding cohort.
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