CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor

• Educational Background: No formal IT or auditing experience is required; however, a foundational understanding of business processes and IT systems is advantageous. 

• Language Proficiency: Learners should possess strong English language skills, as all course content, discussions, and assessments are delivered in English. 

• Interest in IT Audit and Governance: This course is designed for individuals interested in enhancing their knowledge of information systems auditing and pursuing globally recognised certifications in IT governance. 

• Comprehensive Audit Knowledge: Understand and implement effective IT audit frameworks, strategies, and practices to assess and enhance organisational IT governance and controls. 

• Risk Management Expertise: Gain the ability to identify, evaluate, and mitigate IT-related risks to protect organisational assets and ensure operational resilience. 

• Proficiency in IT Controls: Learn to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal IT controls, ensuring compliance with global standards and best practices. 

• Prepare for the CISA Exam: Acquire the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to succeed in the CISA Certification exam and advance your career in information systems auditing.  

The CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor Course is designed for professionals and individuals aiming to advance their careers in IT governance, risk management, and auditing. Below are the roles that can greatly benefit from this course:  

• IT Auditor
• Risk Management Professional
• IT Consultant
• Compliance Manager
• Cybersecurity Analyst
• Governance Specialist
• Systems Administrator
• Information Security Officer 

Domain 1: Information Systems Auditing Process 

Module 1: Planning 

• Introduction 

• IS Audit Standards, Guidelines, and Codes of Ethics 

• Business Processes 

• Types of Controls 

• Risk-Based Audit Planning 
   

Module 2: Execution 

• Audit Project Management 

• Sampling Methodology 

• Audit Evidence Collection Techniques 

• Data Analytics 

• Reporting and Communication Techniques 

• Quality Assurance and Improvement of the Audit Process 
   

Domain 2: Governance and Management of IT 
 

Module 3: IT Governance and IT Strategy 

• Introduction to IT Governance and IT Strategy 

• IT-Related Frameworks 

• IT Standards, Policies, and Procedures 

• Organizational Structure 

• Enterprise Architecture 

• Enterprise Risk Management 

• Maturity Models 

• Laws, Regulations, and Industry Standards Affecting the Organization 
   

Module 4: IT Management 

• IT Resource Management 

• IT Service Provider Acquisition and Management 

• IT Performance Monitoring and Reporting 

• Quality Assurance and Quality Management of IT 
   

Domain 3: Information Systems Acquisition and Development 
 

Module 5: Information Systems Acquisition and Development 

• Project Governance and Management 

• Business Case and Feasibility Analysis 

• System Development Methodologies 

• Control Identification and Design 
   

Module 6: Information Systems Implementation 

• Testing Methodologies 

• Configuration and Release Management 

• System Migration, Infrastructure Deployment, and Data Conversion 

• Post-Implementation Review 
   

Domain 4: Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience 
 

Module 7: Information Systems Operations 

• Introduction 

• Common Technology Components 

• IT Asset Management 

• Job Scheduling and Production Process Automation 

• System Interfaces 

• End User Computing 

• Data Governance 

• System Performance Management 

• Problem and Incident Management 

• Change, Configuration, Release, and Patch Management 

• IT Service Level Management 

• Database Management 
   

Module 8: Business Resilience 

• Business Impact Analysis 

• System Resiliency 

• Data Backup, Storage, and Restoration 

• Backup and Restoration 

• Backup Schemes 

• Business Continuity Plan 

• IT Business Continuity Planning 

• Disasters and Other Disruptive Events 

• Business Continuity Policy 

• Business Continuity Planning Incident Management 

• Development of Business Continuity Plans 

• Other Issues in Plan Development 

• Components of a Business Continuity Plan 

• Key Decision-Making Personnel 

• Backup of Required Supplies 

• Insurance 

• Plan Testing 

• Auditing Business Continuity 

• Disaster Recovery Plans 
   

Domain 5: Protection of Information Assets 
 

Module 9: Information Asset Security Frameworks, Standards, and Guidelines 

• Introduction to Asset Security Frameworks, Standards, and Guidelines 

• Auditing the Information Security Management Framework 

• Privacy Principles 

• Physical Access and Environmental Controls 

• Identity and Access Management 

• Network and End-Point Security 

• Shadow IT 

• Data Classification 

• Data Encryption and Encryption Related Techniques 

• Symmetric Key Cryptographic Systems 

• Public (Asymmetric) Key Cryptographic Systems 

• Applications of Cryptographic Systems 

• Public Key Infrastructure 

• Web-Based Communication Technologies 

• Virtualized Environments 

• Mobile, Wireless, and Internet of Things 
   

Module 10: Security Event Management 

• Security Awareness Training and Programs 

• Information System Attack Methods and Techniques 

• Security Testing Tools and Techniques 

• Incident Response Management 

• Evidence Collection and Forensics