IT Audit, Cloud Cybersecurity, Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC)

Master IT Audit, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) from fundamentals to expert-level practice. This course covers IT audit methodologies (COBIT 2019, ITIL 4), risk assessment frameworks (NIST, ISO 31000), compliance standards (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS), and prepares you for the CISA certification exam. Learn to plan, execute, and report IT audits, evaluate internal controls, implement continuous auditing, and build enterprise GRC programs across cloud and on-premises environments.

Module 1: IT Audit Foundations

• IT Audit Profession and Career Paths
• ISACA Standards and Guidelines
• Audit Planning and Risk-Based Approach
• Audit Evidence and Documentation
• Audit Reporting and Follow-Up

Module 2: Governance Frameworks

• COBIT 2019 Core Model and Principles
• ITIL 4 Service Management Framework
• IT Governance Structures and Board Reporting
• Enterprise Architecture and IT Strategy
• Balanced Scorecard for IT Performance

Module 3: Risk Management

• Risk Assessment Methodologies
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• ISO 31000 Risk Management Standard
• Risk Registers, Heat Maps, and Appetite
• Third-Party and Supply Chain Risk

Module 4: Internal Controls

• COSO Internal Control Framework
• IT General Controls (ITGCs)
• Application Controls and Input Validation
• Change Management Controls
• Access Control and Segregation of Duties

Module 5: Compliance Standards

• SOX IT Compliance Requirements
• GDPR Data Protection and Privacy
• HIPAA Security Rule for Healthcare
• PCI-DSS Payment Card Standards
• ISO 27001 Information Security

Module 6: Cloud Audit

• Auditing AWS, Azure, and GCP Environments
• Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) STAR
• SOC 2 Type II Cloud Assessments
• Cloud Shared Responsibility in Audit Context
• Container and Serverless Audit Considerations

Module 7: Continuous Auditing

• Continuous Auditing vs Continuous Monitoring
• Data Analytics for Audit
• Automated Control Testing
• GRC Platform Implementation
• Audit Dashboard and KPI Reporting

Module 8: CISA Exam Preparation

• CISA Exam Structure and Domains
• Domain 1: IS Audit Process
• Domain 2: Governance and Management
• Domain 3: IS Acquisition and Development
• Practice Questions and Exam Strategy

Do I need audit experience?

No. The course starts from fundamentals. IT professionals, accountants, and career changers all succeed.

Does this prepare for CISA?

Yes. Module 8 is dedicated CISA exam preparation covering all 5 domains with practice questions.

Is cloud auditing covered?

Yes. Module 6 covers auditing AWS, Azure, and GCP with CSA STAR and SOC 2 assessments.

What career paths does this support?

IT Auditor, GRC Analyst, Compliance Manager, Risk Manager, Information Security Analyst, and CISO track.

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