IS audit is the process of collecting and examining the management of controls over an organization’s information systems, practices, controls and operations. The analysis of evidence obtained through the IS audit process determines whether the components of the information systems that are safeguarding assets, maintaining data integrity are operating effectively to achieve the organization’s overall goals and objectives. The audit reviews performed can be in conjunction with a financial statement audit or other forms of attestation engagement.
The IS Audit covers the following major categories:
IS Audit Assessment
IS Audit involves auditing the
The audit process is completed as per the following phases:
Conducting an IS Audit has the benefits of educating the business community on how their work adds value to an organization. It covers a wide range of IT processing and communication infrastructure and provides a clear perspective on their role in an organization.
The following are the key benefits of conducting IS audit of a business