Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

Course Level: Beginner
Duration: 12 Hrs 37 Min
Total Videos: 74 On-demand Videos

Master the intricacies of information systems auditing with our comprehensive Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) training course. This course is perfect for IT Auditors, Security Professionals, IT Managers, and more, equipping you with in-depth knowledge of audit processes, IT governance, system infrastructure, and network security to excel in your career.

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Learning Objectives

01

Understand and apply audit process principles, including auditing standards, guidelines, and COBIT model.

02

Gain knowledge of audit governance and compliance, including IT governance, security policies, and organizational compliance.

03

Master the fundamentals of system infrastructure, project management, and testing, including agile development and acquisition process.

04

Learn how to properly dispose of media, conduct reviews, and maintain systems in a secure manner.

05

Manage IT service levels effectively, including monitoring performance, incident management, and understanding SQL.

06

Gain a comprehensive technical overview of an auditor’s role, including understanding various types of attacks and encryption methods.

07

Learn about network security devices, firewall implementation, and risk management for portable and wireless devices.

08

Become proficient in business continuity and disaster recovery planning, including understanding regulations and fault tolerance.

Course Description

Become a competent and sought-after professional in the dynamic field of IT auditing with our comprehensive Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) training course. This course is meticulously designed to provide an in-depth understanding of the audit process, cobit model, auditing standards, guidelines, and internal control classifications. You will learn how to plan, manage, and evaluate audit controls, as well as conduct Control Self-Assessments (CSA). This course is perfect for those seeking to gain knowledge and expertise in IT governance, security policies, IT strategy, and performance. It also covers the crucial aspects of outsourcing & governance and organizational compliance.

In this course, you will delve into the nuances of system infrastructure, project management, and testing. Understand the requirements and applications of project management tools, agile development, monitoring and controlling, and the acquisition process. You will also learn about the various information systems maintenance practices and data conversion tools. The course also covers IT service level management, including service delivery, support, operations management, databases, and structured query language (SQL). Additionally, you will also learn about performance monitoring, incident management, and hardware and network component types.

The final modules of the CISA training course will equip you with a technical overview of an auditor’s role, covering topics like security design, monitoring systems, types of attacks, cryptography, and encryption. You will learn about access controls, identification and authentication, network security devices, and the risks to portable and wireless devices. The course concludes with a detailed study on business continuity and disaster recovery, including fault tolerance and the associated regulations. Whether you are an aspiring IT auditor, a security professional, a compliance officer, or an IT manager, this CISA certification course will equip you with the required skills to excel in your role and advance in your career.

Who Benefits From This Course

  • Professionals working in IT audit roles
  • Individuals interested in pursuing a career in IT auditing
  • IT consultants focusing on system infrastructure and project management
  • IT professionals working in governance and compliance
  • IT managers responsible for system maintenance and media disposal
  • IT service managers and administrators
  • Security professionals responsible for network and system security
  • IT professionals involved in business continuity and disaster recovery planning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)?
A Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a globally recognized professional certification for Information Technology audit, control, and security professionals. It is provided by ISACA, a nonprofit professional association for IT governance, risk management, and cybersecurity professionals. A CISA certified professional has proven expertise in assessing vulnerabilities, reporting on compliance, and instituting controls within the enterprise. They are skilled in managing and governing an enterprise's IT and performing an effective security audit.
What are the job prospects for a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)?
The job prospects for a CISA certified professional are robust and diverse. They can work in various roles such as IT Auditor, IT Consultant, IT Manager, Security Professional, Compliance Officer, and Risk Management Officer. They are often employed by corporations, government agencies, audit and compliance firms, and consulting services. The demand for CISA certified professionals is high due to the increasing focus on IT governance and the need to ensure compliance with various regulations.
What skills are required to become a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)?
Some core skills required to become a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) include:
  • Comprehensive understanding of IT governance and management
  • Knowledge of information systems audit process and standards
  • Proficiency in IT service management and delivery
  • Ability to assess IT infrastructure and systems for vulnerabilities
  • Experience in data management, cryptography, and encryption
  • Understanding of network security and risk management
  • Expertise in business continuity and disaster recovery planning
What is the relevance of the CISA certification in the current IT landscape?
With the increasing reliance on information technology and systems in most industries, the role of a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is more critical than ever. CISA professionals ensure that a company's IT systems are robust, secure, and compliant with regulations. They play a vital role in preventing cyber threats, data breaches, and ensuring the integrity of the company's IT systems. Given the rise in cyber threats and the importance of data privacy, the CISA certification is highly relevant in the current IT landscape.
How can a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) contribute to an organization's success?
A Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) plays a crucial role in an organization's success by safeguarding its IT infrastructure. They ensure that the company's IT systems and processes are efficient, reliable, and secure. A CISA professional can identify and assess risk, implement controls to mitigate these risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. By doing so, they protect the organization from potential cyber threats, data breaches, and system failures, thereby contributing to the organization's overall success.

Included In This Course

Module 1 - The Audit Process

  •    Introduction
  •    Audit Process
  •    Auditing Standards
  •    Auditing Guidelines
  •    Cobit Model
  •    Audit Management
  •    Internal Control Classifications
  •    Planning
  •    Program
  •    Evidence
  •    Audit Control Evaluation
  •    CSA Control Self-Assessment

Module 2 - Audit Governance and Compliance

  •    IT Governance
  •    Governance & Security Policies
  •    Outsourcing & Governance
  •    Outsourcing & Globalization
  •    Organizational Compliance
  •    IT Strategy
  •    IT Performance

Module 3 - System Infrastructure, Project Management, and Testing

  •    System & Infrastructure
  •    Requirements
  •    Project Management Tools - Part 1
  •    Project Management Tools - Part 2
  •    Applications
  •    Agile Development
  •    Monitoring & Controlling
  •    Acquisition Process
  •    Testing Process
  •    Information Systems Maintenance Practices
  •    Data Conversion Tools

Module 4 - Media Disposal, Reviews, and System Maintenance

  •    Media Disposal Process
  •    Post Implementation Review
  •    Periodic Review
  •    System Maintenance

Module 5 - IT Service Level Management

  •    IT Service Delivery and Support
  •    How to Evalutate Service Level Management Practices
  •    Operations Management
  •    Databases
  •    Structured Query Language (SQL)
  •    Monitoring Performance
  •    Source Code and Perfomance Monitoring
  •    Patch Management
  •    Incident Management
  •    Hardware Component Types
  •    Network Component Types

Module 6 - Auditor Technical Overview

  •    IS Auditor Technical Overview
  •    Security Design
  •    Monitoring Systems
  •    Types of Attacks
  •    Cryptography
  •    Encryption
  •    Asymmetric Encryption
  •    Digital Certificate
  •    Different Kinds of Attacks
  •    Access Controls
  •    Identification and Authenication
  •    Physical Access Exposure
  •    Environmental Security
  •    Network Security Devices and Network Components
  •    Network Address Translation
  •    Virtual Private Networks (VPNs)
  •    Voice System Risks
  •    Intrusion Detection
  •    Firewalls
  •    Firewall Implementation
  •    Network Access Protection
  •    HoneyPot
  •    Risks to Portable and Wireless Devices
  •    Bluetooth
  •    OSI Networking
  •    Managing Data

Module 7 - Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

  •    Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
  •    Fault Tolerance
  •    Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Regulations

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