Upcoming dates

All times shown in the class's own timezone. 2 of 2 are guaranteed to run, meaning they go ahead regardless of enrollment.

Dates	Starts	Where	Status	Seat	Book
Aug 31 to Sep 4	9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EDT	Live virtual	GUARANTEED	$3,250
Jan 4-8	9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST	Live virtual	GUARANTEED	$3,250

About this class

Organizations face increasing challenges in securing their information systems. According to ISACA, over 151,000 professionals globally hold the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification, underscoring its significance in the IT audit and security industry.

Our Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Training Course is designed to equip professionals with the expertise to assess, control, and ensure the integrity of information systems, aligning them seamlessly with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

What you'll be able to do

This comprehensive prep course aims to provide participants with a deep understanding of information systems auditing processes while thoroughly preparing them for the CISA exam. Attendees will learn to evaluate organizational policies, procedures, and infrastructures to ensure that information systems are adequately controlled and aligned with business objectives. The curriculum emphasizes risk management, governance, and the implementation of robust security measures to protect information assets effectively. Additionally, participants will gain exam-focused insights, practice with exam-style questions, and develop the confidence needed to pass the CISA certification exam successfully.

Course outline

Domain 1. Information Systems Auditing Process

Planning

IS Audit Standards, Guidelines and Codes of Ethics
Business Proces 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 and Management of IT

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 and Implementation

Information Systems Acquisition and Development

Project Governance and Management
Business Case and Feasibility Analysis
System Development Methodologies
Control Identification and Design Organization

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
Control Identification and DesignOrganization

Business Resilience

Business Impact Analysis
System Resiliency
Data Backup, Storage and Restoration
Business Continuity Plan
Disaster Recovery Plans

Protection of Information Assets

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

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

Before you attend

IT professionals must have 5 years or more of IS audit, control, assurance, and security experience.

Who this is for

This course is ideal for IT professionals, internal and external auditors, compliance officers, and individuals responsible for ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of information systems. It's also beneficial for those aspiring to roles in IT auditing, security management, and governance.