The ultimate CISA prep guide, with practice exams Sybex's CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide, Fourth Edition is the newest edition of industry-leading study guide for the Certified Information System Auditor exam, fully updated to align with the latest ISACA standards and changes in IS auditing. This new edition provides complete guidance toward all content areas, tasks, and knowledge areas of the exam and is illustrated with real-world examples. All CISA terminology has been revised to reflect the most recent interpretations, including 73 definition and nomenclature changes. Each chapter summary highlights the most important topics on which you'll be tested, and review questions help you gauge your understanding of the material. You also get access to electronic flashcards, practice exams, and the Sybex test engine for comprehensively thorough preparation. For those who audit, control, monitor, and assess enterprise IT and business systems, the CISA certification signals knowledge, skills, experience, and credibility that delivers value to a business. This study guide gives you the advantage of detailed explanations from a real-world perspective, so you can go into the exam fully prepared. Discover how much you already know by beginning with an assessment test Understand all content, knowledge, and tasks covered by the CISA exam Get more in-depths explanation and demonstrations with an all-new training video Test your knowledge with the electronic test engine, flashcards, review questions, and more The CISA certification has been a globally accepted standard of achievement among information systems audit, control, and security professionals since 1978. If you're looking to acquire one of the top IS security credentials, CISA is the comprehensive study guide you need.
CISA Exam Prep Certified Information Systems Auditor Michael Gregg Your Complete Certification Solution! The Smart Way to Study™ In This Book You’ll Learn How To: Approach the IS audit process from ISACA’s view of IS auditing best practices Relate and apply information security and systems audit best practices to the six CISA job practice areas Understand the IS audit process and learn how to apply best practices to secure an organization’s assets Evaluate IT governance to ensure that the organization has the structure, policies, and mechanisms in place to provide sufficient IS controls Minimize risk within an IT/IS environment by using sound security techniques and practices Assess systems and infrastructure lifecycle practices to determine their effectiveness in meeting security requirements and meeting organizational objectives Gain a deeper understanding of the business continuity and disaster recovery process to help minimize risk Protect key informational assets by examining the security architecture and evaluating controls designed for the protection of confidentiality, availability, and integrity Streamline your exam preparations with our exam insights, tips, and study strategies WRITTEN BY A LEADING CISA EXAM EXPERT! Michael Gregg, founder and president of Superior Solutions, Inc., a Houston-based IT security consulting and auditing firm, has more than 20 years experience in information security and risk. He holds two associate degrees, a bachelor’s degree, and a master’s degree. He presently maintains more than a dozen certifications and is a nine-time winner of Global Knowledge’s Perfect Instructor Award. Michael not only has experience in performing security audits and assessments, but also is the author of Que Publishing’s Certified Ethical Hacker Exam Prep, CISSP Exam Cram, and is the co-author of Inside Network Security Assessment: Guarding Your IT Infrastructure by Sams Publishing. Introduction Study and Exam Prep Tips Part I: IT Governance and the Audit Process Chapter 1: The Audit Process Chapter 2: IT Governance Part II: System and Infrastructure Lifecycle Management Chapter 3: Lifecycle Management Chapter 4: System Infrastructure Control Part III: IT Service Delivery and Support Chapter 5: Information Systems Hardware and Architecture Chapter 6: Information Systems Used for IT Delivery and Support Part IV: Protection of Information Assets Chapter 7: Protection of Logical Assets Chapter 8: Physical Security Part V: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Chapter 9: Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Part VI: Final Preparation Fast Facts Practice Exam Answers to Practice Exam Questions Glossary Index www.examcram.com ISBN-13: 978-0-7897-3573-7 ISBN-10: 0-7897-3573-3
The Complete Guide for CISA Examination Preparation delivers complete coverage of every topic on the latest release of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam. The author is an IT security and auditing expert and the book covers all five exam domains. This effective self-study system features chapter learning objectives, in-depth explanations of each topic, and accurate practice questions. Each chapter includes exam tips that highlight key exam information, hands-on exercises, a summary that serves as a quick review, and end-of-chapter questions that simulate those on the actual exam. Designed to help candidates pass the CISA exam easily, it also serves as an ideal on-the-job reference. Richard E. Cascarino, MBA, CIA, CISM, CFE, CRMA, is well known in international auditing. Richard is a principal of Richard Cascarino & Associates. He has over 31 years’ experience in audit training and consulting. He is a regular speaker at national and international conferences and has presented courses throughout Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the USA. Richard is a Past President of the Institute of Internal Auditors in South Africa, was the founding Regional Director of the Southern African Region of the IIA-Inc. and is a member of ISACA, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, where he is a member of the Board of Regents for Higher Education. Richard was Chairman of the Audit Committee of Gauteng cluster 2 (Premier's office, Shared Services and Health) in Johannesburg and is currently the Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee of the Department of Public Enterprises in South Africa. Richard is also a visiting Lecturer at the University of the Witwatersrand, author of the book Internal Auditing: An Integrated Approach, now in its third edition. This book is extensively used as a university textbook worldwide. In addition, he is the author of the Auditor's Guide to IT Auditing, Second Edition and the book Corporate Fraud and Internal Control: A Framework for Prevention. He is also a contributor to all four editions of QFINANCE, the Ultimate Resource.
The CISA Exam Prep provides you with the market's most comprehensive and current material for passing the new CISA certification exam. Exam Prep's best-selling study methods feature chapter review questions, practice exams, exam alerts, notes, tips, and cautions. You'll also have exclusive access to online test questions, which help you assess your understanding of the material before you take your exam.
This is the first commercially available book to offer CISA study materials The consulting editor, Ronald Krutz, is the co-author of The CISSP Prep Guide (0-471-26802-X) Provides definitions and background on the seven content areas of CISA Includes many sample test questions and explanations of answers More than 10,000 people registered for the CISA exam in 2002 CD-ROM contains annual updates to the exam so the book remains current for a number of years
Prepare for CISA certification and improve your job skills with the training you'll receive in this valuable book. Covering the very latest version of the exam, it's packed with instruction on all exam content areas, including the most up-to-date regulations, IS auditing best practices, and compliances. You'll find practical exercises and plenty of real-world scenarios—just what you need for the CISA exam, and beyond. Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
This CISA study guide is for those interested in achieving CISA certification and provides complete coverage of ISACA’s latest CISA Review Manual (2019) with practical examples and over 850 exam-oriented practice questions Key FeaturesGain tactical skills in auditing, control, and security to pass the CISA examinationGet up to speed with auditing business IT systemsIncrease your value to organizations and be at the forefront of an evolving business landscape by achieving CISA certificationBook Description Are you looking to prepare for the CISA exam and understand the roles and responsibilities of an information systems (IS) auditor? The CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide is here to help you get started with CISA exam prep. This book covers all the five CISA domains in detail to help you pass the exam. You’ll start by getting up and running with the practical aspects of an information systems audit. The book then shows you how to govern and manage IT, before getting you up to speed with acquiring information systems. As you progress, you’ll gain knowledge of information systems operations and understand how to maintain business resilience, which will help you tackle various real-world business problems. Finally, you’ll be able to assist your organization in effectively protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standards. By the end of this CISA book, you'll not only have covered the essential concepts and techniques you need to know to pass the CISA certification exam but also have the ability to apply them in the real world. What you will learnUnderstand the information systems auditing processGet to grips with IT governance and managementGain knowledge of information systems acquisitionAssist your organization in protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standardsUnderstand information systems operations and how to ensure business resilienceEvaluate your organization’s security policies, standards, and procedures to meet its objectivesWho this book is for This CISA exam study guide is designed for those with a non-technical background who are interested in achieving CISA certification and are currently employed or looking to gain employment in IT audit and security management positions.
Demand for qualified and certified information systems (IS) auditors has increased dramatically since the adoption of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act in 2002. Now you can prepare for CISA certification, the one certification designed specifically for IS auditors, and improve your job skills with this valuable book. Not only will you get the valuable preparation you need for the CISA exam, youll also find practical information to prepare you for the real world. This invaluable guide contains:Authoritative coverage of all CISA exam objectives, including: The IS Audit Process. IT Governance. Systems and Infrastructure Lifecycle Management. IT Service Delivery and Support. Protection of Information Assets. Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity. Practical information that will prepare you for the real world such as: Secrets of successful auditing. Government regulations at a glance. Incident handling checklist. Scenarios providing insight into professional audit systems and controls. Additional exam and career preparation tools such as: Challenging chapter review questions. A glossary of terms. Tips on preparing for exam day. Information on related certifications. A free CD-ROM with: Advanced testing software with challenging chapter review questions plus bonus practice exams so you can test your knowledge. Flashcards that run on your PC, Pocket PC, or Palm handheld. The entire book in searchable and printable PDF.
The purpose of this book is to prepare you for the ISACA Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam. This book will make you very familiar with the type and the difficulty level of the questions on the CISA real exam. So, to prepare for the real exam, we urge you try our CISA preparation book. This book offers you the most recurrent questions asked in the actual ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification exam. The questions cover all the exam topics and are offered with detailed explanation. When you solve real time scenario-based questions practically, you come across many difficulties that give you an opportunity to improve. If you want to get CISA certified, you need to ensure that you master cybersecurity and its nuances. This CISA book can help you get skilled and certified. Containing CISA real exam questions that are in line with the latest questions that you might see across in the certification examination, this CISA book lets you analyze your skills and enhance them. Also, it provides you the confidence to pass your CISA certification test on your first try. Take the CISA book today and hope for a great career in cybersecurity. (1) Two Full practice Test has been prepared considering ISACA’s CISA Exam pattern. (2) Questions are designed as per ISACA’s official guide. (3) Questions are written considering the actual CISA Exam topics. Coverage of 100% of all exam objectives in this Study Guide. Welcome
The Complete Guide for CISA Examination Preparation delivers complete coverage of every topic on the latest release of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam. The author is an IT security and auditing expert and the book covers all five exam domains. This effective self-study system features chapter learning objectives, in-depth explanations of each topic, and accurate practice questions. Each chapter includes exam tips that highlight key exam information, hands-on exercises, a summary that serves as a quick review, and end-of-chapter questions that simulate those on the actual exam. Designed to help candidates pass the CISA exam easily, it also serves as an ideal on-the-job reference. Richard E. Cascarino, MBA, CIA, CISM, CFE, CRMA, is well known in international auditing. Richard is a principal of Richard Cascarino & Associates. He has over 31 years’ experience in audit training and consulting. He is a regular speaker at national and international conferences and has presented courses throughout Africa, Europe, the Middle East and the USA. Richard is a Past President of the Institute of Internal Auditors in South Africa, was the founding Regional Director of the Southern African Region of the IIA-Inc. and is a member of ISACA, and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, where he is a member of the Board of Regents for Higher Education. Richard was Chairman of the Audit Committee of Gauteng cluster 2 (Premier's office, Shared Services and Health) in Johannesburg and is currently the Chairman of the Audit and Risk Committee of the Department of Public Enterprises in South Africa. Richard is also a visiting Lecturer at the University of the Witwatersrand, author of the book Internal Auditing: An Integrated Approach, now in its third edition. This book is extensively used as a university textbook worldwide. In addition, he is the author of the Auditor's Guide to IT Auditing, Second Edition and the book Corporate Fraud and Internal Control: A Framework for Prevention. He is also a contributor to all four editions of QFINANCE, the Ultimate Resource.
Pass the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) exam and implement your organization's security strategy with ease Key FeaturesPass the CISM exam confidently with this step-by-step guideExplore practical solutions that validate your knowledge and expertise in managing enterprise information security teamsEnhance your cybersecurity skills with practice questions and mock testsBook Description With cyber threats on the rise, IT professionals are now choosing cybersecurity as the next step to boost their career, and holding the relevant certification can prove to be a game-changer in this competitive market. CISM is one of the top-paying and most sought-after certifications by employers. This CISM Certification Guide comprises comprehensive self-study exam content for those who want to achieve CISM certification on the first attempt. This book is a great resource for information security leaders with a pragmatic approach to challenges related to real-world case scenarios. You'll learn about the practical aspects of information security governance and information security risk management. As you advance through the chapters, you'll get to grips with information security program development and management. The book will also help you to gain a clear understanding of the procedural aspects of information security incident management. By the end of this CISM exam book, you'll have covered everything needed to pass the CISM certification exam and have a handy, on-the-job desktop reference guide. What you will learnUnderstand core exam objectives to pass the CISM exam with confidenceCreate and manage your organization's information security policies and procedures with easeBroaden your knowledge of the organization's security strategy designingManage information risk to an acceptable level based on risk appetite in order to meet organizational goals and objectivesFind out how to monitor and control incident management proceduresDiscover how to monitor activity relating to data classification and data accessWho this book is for If you are an aspiring information security manager, IT auditor, chief information security officer (CISO), or risk management professional who wants to achieve certification in information security, then this book is for you. A minimum of two years' experience in the field of information technology is needed to make the most of this book. Experience in IT audit, information security, or related fields will be helpful.
This CISA study guide is for those interested in achieving CISA certification and provides complete coverage of ISACA's latest CISA Review Manual (2019) with practical examples and over 850 exam-oriented practice questions Key Features Gain tactical skills in auditing, control, and security to pass the CISA examination Get up to speed with auditing business IT systems Increase your value to organizations and be at the forefront of an evolving business landscape by achieving CISA certification Book Description Are you looking to prepare for the CISA exam and understand the roles and responsibilities of an information systems (IS) auditor? The CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide is here to help you get started with CISA exam prep. This book covers all the five CISA domains in detail to help you pass the exam. You'll start by getting up and running with the practical aspects of an information systems audit. The book then shows you how to govern and manage IT, before getting you up to speed with acquiring information systems. As you progress, you'll gain knowledge of information systems operations and understand how to maintain business resilience, which will help you tackle various real-world business problems. Finally, you'll be able to assist your organization in effectively protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standards. By the end of this CISA book, you'll not only have covered the essential concepts and techniques you need to know to pass the CISA certification exam but also have the ability to apply them in the real world. What you will learn Understand the information systems auditing process Get to grips with IT governance and management Gain knowledge of information systems acquisition Assist your organization in protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standards Understand information systems operations and how to ensure business resilience Evaluate your organization's security policies, standards, and procedures to meet its objectives Who this book is for This CISA exam study guide is designed for those with a non-technical background who are interested in achieving CISA certification and are currently employed or looking to gain employment in IT audit and security management positions.
