Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

The ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) course is an in-depth educational program designed for audit professionals, IT managers, and those involved in IT operations and security. It offers a thorough understanding of the critical importance of IT governance, the audit process, and how it's applied in a real-world scenario. The curriculum delves into the five key domains of the CISA certification: Information System Auditing Process, Governance and Management of IT, Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation, Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience, and Protection of Information Assets. These domains encompass a wide range of topics including risk assessment methodologies, audit standards, frameworks, and the application of best practices for securing and controlling information systems.

The course prepares participants for the CISA certification exam through a combination of lectures, group discussions, and practical exercises designed to reinforce the concepts covered. By focusing on the latest audit standards and IT security practices, the course ensures that participants are well-versed in the principles and practices necessary for effectively auditing, controlling, and securing an organization’s information technology and business systems. Successful completion of the course and passing the CISA exam will certify that the individual possesses the knowledge, skills, and abilities to manage vulnerabilities, ensure compliance with standards, and implement controls within the enterprise, making them a valuable asset to any organization. This certification is globally recognized and is often considered a prerequisite for many IT audit and security information management roles.

Domain 1: Information Security Governance

• Planning
  • IS Audit Standards, Guidelines, and Codes of Ethics
  • Business Processes
  • Types of Controls
  • Risk-Based Audit Planning
  • Types of Audits and Assessments
• 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 & Management of IT

• IT Governance
  • 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
• 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, Development & Implementation

• Information Systems Acquisition and Development
  • Project Governance and Management
  • Business Case and Feasibility Analysis
  • System Development Methodologies
  • Control Identification and Design
• 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

• Information Systems Operations
  • Common Technology Components
  • IT Asset Management
  • Job Scheduling and Production Process Automation
  • System Interfaces
  • End-User Computing
  • Data Governance
  • Systems Performance Management
  • Problem and Incident Management
  • Change, Configuration, Release, and Patch Management
  • IT Service Level Management
  • Database Management
• Business Resilience
  • Business Impact Analysis (BIA)
  • System Resiliency
  • Data Backup, Storage, and Restoration
  • Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
  • Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP)

Domain 5 - Protection of Information Assets

• Information Asset Security and Control
  • Information Asset Security Frameworks, Standards, and Guidelines
  • Privacy Principles
  • Physical Access and Environmental Controls
  • Identity and Access Management
  • Network and End-Point Security
  • Data Classification
  • Data Encryption and Encryption-Related Techniques
  • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
  • Web-Based Communication Techniques
  • Virtualized Environments
  • Mobile, Wireless, and Internet-of-Things (IoT) Devices
• Security Event Management
  • Security Awareness Training and Programs
  • Information System Attack Methods and Techniques
  • Security Testing Tools and Techniques
  • Security Monitoring Tools and Techniques
  • Incident Response Management
  • Evidence Collection and Forensics