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Compliance & Regulatory IT Services

HIPAA. FTC Safeguards Rule. Written Information Security Programs (WISP). CMMC. The alphabet soup of regulatory compliance keeps growing — and the penalties for non-compliance keep getting steeper.

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eTop Technology helps businesses in the Inland Empire build IT environments that meet regulatory requirements from day one, so you can focus on passing audits, not panicking before them.

Compliance Frameworks We Support

HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)

For healthcare providers, business associates, and any organization handling protected health information (PHI). We implement the technical safeguards, access controls, audit logging, and encryption requirements that HIPAA demands.

FTC Safeguards Rule

Updated in 2023, the FTC Safeguards Rule now requires non-banking financial institutions — including auto dealers, tax preparers, CPAs, and others — to implement comprehensive information security programs. We help you meet every requirement.

WISP (Written Information Security Program)

Many states and industries require a documented information security program. We don’t just help you write the document — we build the infrastructure and processes that make it real.

CMMC (Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification)

If you’re in the defense supply chain or work with government contracts, CMMC compliance is increasingly required. We help you understand requirements and build toward certification.

How We Approach Compliance

1. Assess

We start with a thorough risk assessment of your current IT environment against the specific compliance framework(s) you need to meet. You get a clear, prioritized gap analysis.

2. Remediate

We build or modify your IT infrastructure to close the gaps: access controls, encryption, audit logging, backup procedures, device management, and security policies.

3. Document

We help develop the policies, procedures, and documentation that auditors and regulators need to see. This includes your security program documentation, incident response plans, and evidence of ongoing compliance.

4. Maintain

Compliance isn’t a one-time project. We provide ongoing monitoring, regular assessments, and continuous improvement to keep you compliant as regulations evolve.

Frequently Asked Questions

We're not in healthcare — do we still need to worry about compliance?
Almost certainly. The FTC Safeguards Rule now applies to a broad range of businesses, many state privacy laws are expanding, and cyber insurance policies increasingly require specific security controls. Even if no single regulation applies directly to you, your clients and partners may require compliance documentation as a condition of doing business.
Can our current IT provider handle compliance?
Maybe — but most general IT providers don't have deep compliance expertise. Compliance requires specific technical controls, documentation practices, and ongoing monitoring that go beyond standard IT support. If your current provider can't articulate exactly what HIPAA technical safeguards are implemented in your environment, that's a red flag.
How long does it take to become compliant?
It depends on your starting point and the framework. A business with a reasonably modern IT environment might reach HIPAA compliance in 60–90 days. An organization starting from scratch with legacy systems could take 6+ months. The risk assessment gives us a realistic timeline.
What happens if we fail an audit?
The consequences vary by framework. HIPAA violations can result in fines from $100 to $50,000 per violation (up to $1.5M per year). FTC Safeguards violations can result in enforcement actions and consent orders. Beyond fines, a compliance failure can cost you clients, contracts, and reputation. Prevention is always cheaper than remediation.

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Managed IT Services

Fully managed or co-managed IT support that acts as your in-house IT department — without the headcount. Proactive monitoring, help desk, vendor management, and strategic planning.

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Don't Wait for an Audit to Find Your Gaps

Get a free compliance readiness assessment. We'll evaluate your IT environment against the frameworks that apply to your business and give you a clear action plan.

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