Module 1: Secrets of a Successful IS Auditor

• This module introduces participants to the key principles, skills, and professional ethics required to excel as an Information Systems (IS) auditor. It covers the essential qualities of a successful auditor, including analytical thinking, communication skills, and a solid understanding of business operations. Attendees will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of IS auditors, the importance of professional standards such as ISACA’s Code of Professional Ethics, and how to maintain objectivity and independence during audits.

Module 2: Audit Process

• This section explores the end-to-end IS audit process. Participants will gain hands-on knowledge of audit planning, risk assessment, internal control evaluation, evidence collection, and reporting. The module also explains audit methodologies, tools, and techniques used to evaluate the effectiveness of IT systems. Emphasis is placed on aligning audit objectives with organizational goals, identifying key risks, and applying audit standards such as ISACA’s IS Auditing Standards and Guidelines.

Module 3: IT Governance

• This module focuses on how organizations ensure that their IT systems align with overall business strategies and objectives. Participants will explore governance frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, and ISO standards. The course covers topics including strategic alignment, value delivery, performance measurement, and risk management. Learners will understand the auditor’s role in assessing governance structures, policies, accountability mechanisms, and decision-making processes.

Module 4: Networking Technology

• This module provides a comprehensive overview of network architecture, protocols, and communication technologies. Topics include LANs, WANs, internet technologies, wireless communication, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. Participants will learn how to evaluate network security controls, identify vulnerabilities, and understand how network configurations impact business operations and data integrity.

Module 5: Life Cycle Management

• This section covers the System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and the auditor’s involvement throughout each phase—from initiation and feasibility studies to system implementation and maintenance. Participants will learn to evaluate project management practices, change management processes, and quality assurance controls. The module also addresses software acquisition, development methodologies (Agile, Waterfall), and post-implementation reviews.

Module 6: IT Service Delivery

• This module examines how IT services are delivered and managed to meet business requirements. Topics include service-level agreements (SLAs), IT operations management, capacity planning, incident management, and performance monitoring. Participants will gain insights into evaluating service delivery controls, vendor management, outsourcing, and the auditor’s role in ensuring continuous and reliable IT operations.

Module 7: Information Asset Protection

• Focusing on information security, this module addresses techniques and controls for protecting organizational assets. Participants will explore access controls, identity management, encryption, data classification, and physical security. The course also discusses the auditor’s role in assessing compliance with security policies, standards, and regulations such as GDPR and ISO/IEC 27001. Risk assessment and incident response planning are also highlighted.

Module 8: Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity

• This final module covers strategies to ensure that organizations can continue operations in the event of a disruption. Topics include disaster recovery planning (DRP), business continuity management (BCM), backup strategies, and crisis communication. Learners will understand how to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of recovery plans, conduct business impact analyses, and ensure regular testing and updating of recovery procedures.