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Certified Information Systems Auditor (ISACA)
ISACA’s CISA targets IS audit. 5 domains, ITAF and COBIT, 2,300+ questions with AuditBot explanations.
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CISA Certification
Certified Information Systems Auditor — the global standard for IS audit and governance.
ISACA's CISA credential is the world reference for IS audit and governance. It covers 5 domains: IS auditing process, IT governance and management, IS acquisition and development, IT operations and resilience, and protection of information assets. Over 170,000 professionals hold the CISA worldwide. It is often required for IT auditor, CISO, and compliance director roles at regulated companies.
📌 Key points
- 5 content domains — domain 1 (audit process) represents 21% of the exam
- 150 MCQ in 4 hours — passing score: 450/800
- 5 years of IS audit/control experience required for final certification
- Mandatory in many financial firms and government agencies
- Complementary to CIA for auditors covering IT risks and cybersecurity
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Foundational controls supporting the reliability of information systems.
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An IT governance and management framework published by ISACA.
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The international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
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NIST Cybersecurity Framework — the US reference for managing cyber risks.
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Certification in Risk Management Assurance — a risk specialization for internal auditors.
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