This strategic course is designed to prepare professional cadres capable of evaluating, managing, and controlling information systems within large organizations in accordance with the highest international standards. The training program is based on the latest edition of the Job Practice framework issued by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) for 2024, ensuring that participants gain comprehensive knowledge of modern governance requirements and the ability to address contemporary technical challenges in complex operational environments.
This course does not grant an attendance certificate. It has been specifically designed to qualify and train participants to successfully pass the official examination, professionally preparing you to obtain the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification accredited by ISACA.
Course Objectives
- Establish an in-depth understanding of internationally recognized information systems auditing standards and methodologies.
- Enable participants to assess the effectiveness of IT governance and management within organizations.
- Explain auditing mechanisms related to the acquisition, development, and implementation of information systems to ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Strengthen the analytical skills required to examine system operations and ensure their resilience against risks.
- Apply best practices in protecting information assets and ensuring data confidentiality and integrity.
- Prepare candidates to pass the official exam through focused training on analytical and practical question formats.
Detailed Training Content
Unit 1: Information Systems Auditing Process
- Management of the IS audit function in alignment with ethical and professional standards.
- ISACA audit standards and guidelines governing audit engagements.
- Risk-based audit planning, including scope definition and audit objectives.
- Audit execution and evidence collection methodologies, including the use of Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs).
- Reporting and follow-up processes to ensure effective remediation of audit findings.
- Practical exercises and applied questions on IS auditing standards and methodologies.
Unit 2: Governance and Management of Information Technology
- IT governance frameworks such as COBIT and their alignment with organizational strategy.
- Organizational structure and responsibilities, including segregation of duties.
- IT risk management and assessment of organizational risk appetite.
- IT resource and portfolio management to enhance value delivery.
- IT policies, standards, and regulatory compliance methodologies.
- Practical exercises and applied questions on IT governance and risk management.
Unit 3: Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
- Project management frameworks and associated control mechanisms.
- Business case development, application development, and the system development life cycle (SDLC).
- Infrastructure and software acquisition processes, including vendor and third-party contract management.
- Testing and readiness assessments to ensure system quality prior to production deployment.
- Post-implementation reviews to evaluate the achievement of intended objectives.
- Practical exercises and applied questions on the development, acquisition, and implementation of information systems.
Unit 4: Information Systems Operations and Business Resilience
- IT operations management and ensuring continuous service delivery.
- Service level management and technical performance monitoring.
- Change, configuration, and patch management to minimize operational risks.
- Business resilience, business continuity planning (BCP), and disaster recovery planning (DRP).
- Database and network management from both operational and control perspectives.
- Practical exercises and applied questions on system operations and business continuity assurance.
Unit 5: Protection of Information Assets
- Information security frameworks and international privacy standards.
- Identity and access management, including logical and physical controls.
- Network and infrastructure security and cryptographic techniques.
- Cybersecurity incident management and employee security awareness.
- Data privacy and protection controls in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Practical exercises and applied questions on information asset protection and cybersecurity.
Final Review and Exam Simulation
- Analysis of the CISA exam structure and techniques for selecting the most accurate responses.
- Comprehensive review of the five domains with emphasis on identifying and addressing knowledge gaps.
- Full mock exams simulating the official ISACA testing environment.
- Analysis of complex, scenario-based questions and the auditor’s mindset in professional judgment.
- Practical exercises and applied questions covering the complete CISA curriculum and final mock examinations.
Target Audience
- Internal and external information systems auditors.
- Internal control and compliance officers.
- Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and professionals with a governance focus.
- IT and technology risk consultants.
- Professionals seeking a career transition into IT auditing.
- Graduates of technical and accounting disciplines aspiring to obtain an international certification.
The CISA certification is regarded as the gold standard for demonstrating competence in evaluating technical infrastructures and safeguarding organizational information investments. Investing in this preparatory program not only provides you with advanced technical knowledge but also positions you among professional leaders capable of delivering assurance and high levels of trust in the era of digital transformation, ensuring a strong competitive advantage in the global job market.
