Introduction:
The CISA course is designed for professionals who want to become certified information systems auditors. The course covers the necessary skills and knowledge to pass the CISA certification exam and become a certified information systems auditor. Information systems play a critical role in today’s business environment. The CISA course provides participants with the necessary skills to audit information systems effectively and ensure that they are secure and compliant.
Objectives:
- Understand the fundamental concepts of information systems auditing
- Develop knowledge and skills in risk assessment and control monitoring
- Learn audit planning and reporting techniques
- Prepare for the CISA certification exam.
Course Outline:
Day 1: Introduction to Information Systems Auditing
- Overview of information systems auditing
- Roles and responsibilities of an auditor
- Audit standards and guidelines
- Risk assessment and management
Day 2: Control Monitoring and Audit Planning
- Internal control frameworks
- Control monitoring and testing- Audit planning and scoping
- Information systems acquisition, development, and implementation
Day 3: Information Systems Operations, Maintenance, and Service Management
- Information systems operations and maintenance
- Service level management
- Change management
- Incident management and problem management.
Day 4: Protection of Information Assets
- Information security policies and standards
- Access controls
- Cryptography and encryption
- Physical and environmental controls.
Day 5: Audit Reporting and Exam Preparation
- Audit reporting and communication
- Audit follow-up and resolution
- CISA exam preparation
- Practice exam and review.