Format: Live instructor-led online training via Zoom / Microsoft Teams

Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Training Course

Course Overview

The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Training Course is a comprehensive professional development program designed to equip participants with the knowledge, practical competencies, and internationally recognized auditing skills required to effectively audit, control, monitor, assess, and secure enterprise information systems while preparing successfully for the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification examination. As organizations accelerate digital transformation, cloud computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity modernization, enterprise resource planning (ERP), data governance, and regulatory compliance initiatives, highly skilled Information Systems Auditors have become essential for ensuring IT governance, business resilience, operational excellence, risk management, and regulatory compliance. This course provides participants with practical expertise in information systems auditing, IT governance, risk assessment, cybersecurity controls, business continuity, IT operations, information asset protection, compliance management, internal controls, audit reporting, and enterprise governance aligned with internationally recognized ISACA CISA domains and industry best practices.

The training combines comprehensive theoretical instruction with practical audit simulations, governance workshops, cybersecurity assessments, IT control evaluations, cloud security audits, enterprise risk analysis, compliance reviews, business continuity planning, information security assessments, audit documentation, internal control evaluations, digital forensics awareness, project governance reviews, vendor risk assessments, and IT operational audits. Participants will gain practical experience planning and executing information systems audits, evaluating IT controls, identifying organizational risks, assessing cybersecurity frameworks, reviewing technology governance, preparing professional audit reports, and supporting organizational compliance through practical case studies and real-world audit scenarios.

Participants will also explore emerging technologies and modern audit practices including Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, cloud governance, Zero Trust Architecture, Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain technologies, robotic process automation (RPA), cybersecurity governance, data privacy regulations, digital transformation auditing, DevSecOps governance, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) platforms, predictive analytics, and enterprise risk intelligence. Emphasis is placed on governance frameworks, risk management methodologies, audit ethics, strategic decision-making, business value creation, organizational resilience, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement of enterprise information systems governance.

Throughout the course, participants will engage in practical audit workshops, governance assessments, risk evaluation exercises, control testing activities, compliance reviews, cloud audit simulations, cybersecurity assessment laboratories, collaborative group discussions, certification review sessions, mock examinations, and comprehensive enterprise case studies. By the end of the training, participants will possess the competencies required to perform effective information systems audits, strengthen IT governance, improve organizational cybersecurity, ensure regulatory compliance, support enterprise risk management, and confidently prepare for the CISA certification examination.

Course Objectives

1.     Understand the principles of Information Systems Auditing and IT governance.

2.     Apply internationally recognized ISACA audit standards and best practices.

3.     Plan, execute, and report professional information systems audits.

4.     Evaluate enterprise governance, risk management, and internal controls.

5.     Assess cybersecurity controls, cloud security, and information asset protection.

6.     Identify organizational risks and recommend effective mitigation strategies.

7.     Evaluate IT operations, business continuity, and disaster recovery programs.

8.     Strengthen compliance with regulatory and governance requirements.

9.     Prepare successfully for the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification examination.

10.  Improve organizational IT governance, audit quality, and operational resilience.

Organizational Benefits

1.     Strengthens enterprise IT governance and accountability.

2.     Enhances organizational cybersecurity and information assurance.

3.     Improves internal control effectiveness and operational efficiency.

4.     Supports regulatory compliance and audit readiness.

5.     Reduces technology-related risks and business disruptions.

6.     Strengthens enterprise risk management capabilities.

7.     Improves business continuity and disaster recovery preparedness.

8.     Supports digital transformation through effective governance.

9.     Develops globally recognized Information Systems Audit professionals.

10.  Enhances stakeholder confidence through effective audit and compliance practices.

Target Participants

This course is designed for internal auditors, IT auditors, ICT managers, information security officers, risk management professionals, compliance officers, governance specialists, cybersecurity professionals, internal control officers, finance auditors, ERP administrators, cloud engineers, IT managers, system administrators, network administrators, consultants, government ICT professionals, NGO technology managers, university graduates, and professionals preparing for the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification examination.

Course Outline

Module 1: Information Systems Auditing Fundamentals

·       Information systems auditing concepts

·       Audit standards

·       Audit ethics

·       Audit planning

·       Audit evidence

·       Case Study: Planning an enterprise information systems audit

Module 2: IT Governance and Management

·       Corporate governance

·       IT governance frameworks

·       Strategic alignment

·       Performance measurement

·       Governance maturity

·       Case Study: Evaluating enterprise IT governance effectiveness

Module 3: Information Systems Acquisition and Development

·       System development lifecycle

·       Project governance

·       Business requirements

·       Quality assurance

·       Implementation reviews

·       Case Study: Auditing ERP system implementation

Module 4: Information Systems Operations

·       IT operations management

·       Service management

·       Change management

·       Configuration management

·       Asset management

·       Case Study: Assessing enterprise IT operational controls

Module 5: Information Asset Protection

·       Information security governance

·       Identity and access management

·       Data protection

·       Encryption

·       Privacy management

·       Case Study: Evaluating enterprise cybersecurity controls

Module 6: Risk Management and Internal Controls

·       Risk identification

·       Risk assessment

·       Internal controls

·       Control testing

·       Risk mitigation

·       Case Study: Developing organizational IT risk assessments

Module 7: Cloud Computing and Emerging Technologies Audit

·       Cloud governance

·       Cloud security

·       Artificial Intelligence

·       Internet of Things

·       Blockchain auditing

·       Case Study: Auditing cloud transformation initiatives

Module 8: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

·       Business continuity planning

·       Disaster recovery

·       Backup management

·       Resilience testing

·       Recovery procedures

·       Case Study: Reviewing disaster recovery readiness

Module 9: Regulatory Compliance and Audit Reporting

·       Regulatory requirements

·       Compliance frameworks

·       Audit documentation

·       Reporting techniques

·       Follow-up procedures

·       Case Study: Preparing professional IT audit reports

Module 10: Cybersecurity Governance and Digital Risk

·       Cybersecurity governance

·       Security frameworks

·       Vulnerability management

·       Security monitoring

·       Incident response

·       Case Study: Assessing organizational cyber resilience

Module 11: Enterprise Risk and Governance Integration

·       Enterprise risk management

·       Governance integration

·       Performance indicators

·       Strategic auditing

·       Continuous improvement

·       Case Study: Integrating IT governance with enterprise strategy

Module 12: CISA Certification Preparation

·       ISACA examination domains

·       Practice examinations

·       Scenario-based audit questions

·       Certification strategies

·       Professional ethics review

·       Case Study: Comprehensive enterprise information systems audit simulation

General Information

1.     Customized Training: All our courses can be tailored to meet the specific needs of participants.

2.     Language Proficiency: Participants should have a good command of the English language.

3.     Comprehensive Learning: Our training includes well-structured presentations, practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and collaborative group work. Our facilitators are seasoned experts with over a decade of experience.

4.     Certification: Upon successful completion of training, participants will receive a certificate from Foscore Development Center (FDC-K).

5.     Training Locations: Training sessions are conducted at Foscore Development Center (FDC-K) centers. We also offer options for in-house and online training, customized to the client's schedule.

6.     Flexible Duration: Course durations are adaptable, and content can be adjusted to fit the required number of days.

7.     Onsite Training Inclusions: The course fee for onsite training covers facilitation, training materials, two coffee breaks, a buffet lunch, and a Certificate of Successful Completion. Participants are responsible for their travel expenses, airport transfers, visa applications, dinners, health/accident insurance, and personal expenses.

8.     Additional Services: Accommodation, pickup services, freight booking, and visa processing arrangements are available upon request at discounted rates.

9.     Equipment: Tablets and laptops can be provided to participants at an additional cost.

10.  Post-Training Support: We offer one year of free consultation and coaching after the course.

11.  Group Discounts: Register as a group of more than two and enjoy a discount ranging from 10% to 50%.

12.  Payment Terms: Payment should be made before the commencement of the training or as mutually agreed upon, to the Foscore Development Center account. This ensures better preparation for your training.

13.  Contact Us: For any inquiries, please reach out to us at training@fdc-k.org or call us at +254712260031.

14.  Website: Visit www.fdc-k.org for more information.