Why get Certified?

The objective of IS Audit arises from the basic premise that "When data is digitised, its security cannot be compromised". Security is the pre-requisite for any computerised operation. With India speeding up its computerisation spree, the utility of IS Audit also known as Computer Audit cannot be over emphasised. In fact, in the West, the importance was realised and recognised when major frauds took place on account of lack of controls and security of the process of computerisation. We believe that we need not pay the same price to learn the same lessons. Hence, IS Audit is sought to be promoted for review and evaluation of controls in a computerised environment. IS Audit is not an examination just for the Auditors but for any one who is interested in controls in any area of information Systems. There is no basic qualification required to appear for this prestigious, global and professional exam.

Globally, The CISA® designation is considered to be a basic requirement for an IS Auditor. The CISA®; designation has fast become widely recognised as a professional standard of excellence. More than 50,000 specialists in IS Auditing, Security and Control have earned the CISA® designation world-wide.

The Value of an IS Audit, Control and Security Practitioner to become a CISA® has evolved as experienced practitioners in the various areas related to IS have sought ways to promote their Hard-earned knowledge and expertise to the business world. Professional certification confers the stamp of competency on professionals in their chosen field. World-wide, IS audit, control and security professionals become certified in their field with the CISA designation thus standardising and reflecting their individual competence.

GAIN WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION WITH CISA®

The mark of excellence for a professional certification program is the value and recognition it bestows on the individual who achieves it. Since 1978, the Certified Information Systems Auditor program, sponsored by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA®), has been the globally accepted standard of achievement among IS audit, control and security professionals. 

The technical skills and practices that CISA® promotes and evaluates are the building blocks of success in the field. Possessing the CISA® designation demonstrates proficiency and is the basis for measurement in the profession. With a growing demand for professionals possessing IS audit, control and security skills, CISA® has become the certification program preferred by individuals and organisations around the world. CISA® certification signifies commitment to serving an organisation and the IS audit, control and security industry with distinction. In addition, it presents a number of professional and personal benefits:

IDENTIFICATION AS A CONSUMMATE PROFESSIONAL

The CISA® designation helps assure a positive reputation as a qualified IS audit, control and/or security professional. Whether you wish to enhance your on-the-job performance or secure a promotion or new position, becoming a CISA® will distinguish you from other candidates and roved a competitive advantage.  

CREDENTIALS THAT EMPLOYERS SEEK

The CISA® program certifies individuals who demonstrate proficiency in today's most sought-after skills, employers prefer to hire and retain those who achieve and maintain their designation. The CISA® designation assures employers that their staffs have met the current educational and experience criteria necessary for successful on-the-job performance.

WORLDWIDE RECOGNITION

A growing number of organisations are recommending employees to become certified. To help ensure your success in and security professionals.

The International Certification program of ISACA® grants the title of CISA® to candidates who achieve a passing score on the Examination and demonstrate five or more years experience in IS Auditing, Security, or Control professions. Experience waiver is also granted for completion of education at various levels.