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Technology Systems Auditing
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Technology Systems Auditing

Technology Systems Auditing Training Course
Last updated 6/2021
English

What you'll learn

  • Understand the IS audit process
  • Plan audit and Perform risk analysis
  • Put in place internal controls
  • Learn about different phases of IS audit
  • Understand the role of governance in IT/IS
  • Make policies, procedures and identify risks
  • Create information security policy document
  • Conduct management reviews of the policy document
  • Perform risk management
  • Create insourcing and outsourcing strategy
  • Perform organizational quality management
  • Create project management structure
  • Introduce application development best practices
  • Plan IS operations and business resiliency plans
  • Define RPO/RTO
  • Develop disaster recovery plan
  • Protect information assets
  • Identify exposures and vulnerabilities
  • Understand role of encryption in data protection
  • Learn the basics of computer forensics

Course content

5 sections183 lectures10h 5m total length
  • The IS Audit Process1:52
  • Topic A: The Auditing Process and Auditors0:41
  • Definitions4:46
  • Types of Auditors5:33
  • The Auditing Process (1)1:46
  • The Auditing Process (2)2:05
  • The Auditing Process (3)4:15
  • Audit Planning Process12:58
  • Topic B: Risk Analysis0:50
  • Risk Analysis Defined9:30
  • Assessing Countermeasures14:28
  • Steps of Assessment2:18
  • Motivations for Risk Analysis2:59
  • Topic C: Internal Controls0:44
  • Internal Controls: Objectives & Procedures6:25
  • Internal Control Types5:28
  • Internal Controls (Preventative)0:47
  • Internal Controls (Detective)1:09
  • Internal Controls (Corrective)3:30
  • Goals of Internal Controls1:09
  • Goals of Internal Controls2:10
  • General Control Methods/Types2:41
  • The IS Audit Process1:26
  • Audit Classifications0:47
  • Audit Classifications4:51
  • Phases of the Audit Process (Page 1)0:58
  • Phases of the Audit Process (Page 2)4:05
  • Inherent Risks During Audits0:57
  • A Risk-Based Audit Approach1:46
  • Evidence1:58
  • Evidence Gathering Techniques1:04
  • Computer Assisted Audit0:39
  • Control Self-Assessment (CSA)1:14
  • Chapter 1 Review1:47
  • Quiz 1

Requirements

  • It is expected that the candidates taking part in this course have a basic know-how of the information security management, business critical information, cyber security, data loss protection and other technologies. However, this course comprehensively covers the topics related to information systems auditing and policy making.

Description

Information systems have become a crucial component of modern organizations, with many business processes relying heavily on these systems. The data contained within these systems is critical for any enterprise's operations. As the usage of information systems grows, so does the need to protect and secure them. With this increased reliance, the risks of cyberattacks and security threats—such as ransomware, data theft, hacking, forgery, and brute-force attacks—are also on the rise. Attackers are increasingly targeting organizations with inadequate control and protection mechanisms. This course equips candidates with the knowledge and tools necessary to implement effective controls and policies to safeguard their information systems and assets from unauthorized access and data breaches.

The Information Systems Auditor course is a comprehensive program designed to familiarize candidates with the IS audit process, governance, IT management, and the maintenance and support of information systems. It covers key aspects such as business resilience and the protection of information assets. These assets can take various forms, including databases, files, documents, images, and software. The course emphasizes techniques and methods for protecting data, regardless of its format within the organization.

The course covers all essential areas required to become an effective information systems auditor, providing participants with the skills and knowledge to perform audits efficiently. Additionally, the course serves as valuable preparation for relevant certifications, enhancing candidates’ professional qualifications in the field of information systems auditing.

Who this course is for:

  • Information systems auditors
  • Chief information security officers
  • Manager information security
  • Manager cyber security
  • Information system managers
  • Candidates aspiring for CISA certification