Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

What is Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)?

The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) is an international professional association that focuses on IT governance, risk management, and cybersecurity. Established in 1969, ISACA has members in over 180 countries around the world. The association provides training, conferences, and professional certifications that are recognized globally.

ISACA offers several certifications, including Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT), and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC). These certifications can help IT professionals advance in their careers by demonstrating their expertise in managing IT risks and implementing effective controls.

The association also publishes frameworks and standards that help organizations manage their IT and information systems. COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technologies) is perhaps the most known framework, providing best practices for IT management and IT governance.

ISACA plays a critical role in the development of industry-accepted practices and standards for IT control, governance, and security. It provides a community for IT professionals to share knowledge, develop best practices, and promote the professional growth of its members.

Through its certifications, resources, and community, ISACA helps to advance the IT profession, promote the optimal use and management of information systems, and enhance the knowledge and skills of IT professionals worldwide.

See Also

• COBIT (Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology)
• Val IT Framework
• Business Model for Information Security (BMIS)
• IT Assurance Framework (ITAF)
• Risk IT Framework
• Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI)
• Information Governance Professional (IGP) Certification