IT Audit & Assurance
Information System - IS auditing is the method to examine the effectiveness of the technical and procedural controls to minimize risks towards computer applications, networks and systems. IT audits and assurance processes evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of an organization's IT systems, processes, and controls. These assessments provide independent verification and recommendations for improvement, helping organizations identify and mitigate risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and promote best practices in IT governance.
IT Audit Process
- Audit Planning
- Study & Test Controls
- Audit Report
- Follow UP
IT Audit Methodology
- IT Audit should be conducted regularly (e.g. once per year).
- An audit checklist should be made for each security level/OS for simplicity.
- The auditor should be independent of the administration and be objective.
- The audit should check Guidelines, Policies, Users, Management, IT Security managers, Administrators, and IT Resources.