Introduction to Information Security for Auditors
Introduction to Information Security for Auditors
This course is designed to give those new to information security auditing a basic understanding of information security key concepts, players, and components. Participants will learn how the information security function aligns with the organizations business and strategic objectives. Additionally, the course will highlight methods to provide assurance in the information security space and the critical importance of communication. This course will provide the foundational knowledge auditors need to perform information security governance audits and perform basic assessments of information security operations.
- Recognize the components of information security within an organization.
- Identify the basic areas of information security management.
- Discover an appreciation of key areas of information security that will prepare you to be able to dive deeper into the technical side of information security.
- Discover the skills and knowledge needed to provide assurance in the information security space.
- Identify what effective communication looks like in the information security space from the boardroom to the internal audit department.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Professionals across all businesses and sectors with 0-4 years of experience who need to know more about Information Security; Financial, Operational, Business Application Internal and External Auditors and Risk Managers.
Prerequisites
This course is geared to individuals with a little or no general familiarity and working knowledge of information security issues. An understanding of technology and other forms of information risk management and security would be useful but are not essential. Members of IT Audit, Information Security, Quality Assurance, and/or Information Technology disciplines would find the course a useful refresher or conduit for furthering their interest in the subject.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
NASBA Certified CPE: 24 Credits Auditing
Information Security Certificate
What You'll learn
You will learn about information security governance, key concepts, common attack methods, monitoring security of third parties, incidence response, and ways to secure the network architecture including tools, products, and best practices.
Training Course Content
- The Security Umbrella Overview Security, Risk Management, and Asset Security
- Information Security Management Basics Key Elements of Information Security Management
- Threats and Vulnerabilities Security Incident Management
- Information Security Policy Standards, Guidelines, and Procedures
- Information Security Risk Management Introduction to IT Risk Management
- Assurance Assurance Basics: Controls and Countermeasures
- Security Considerations User and Software Support
- Cryptography Uses of Cryptography
- Communication Board
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