Tactical Management
Tactical management should be performed during weekly and monthly performance reporting with senior-level executives. Tactical performance is frequently included during a regular audit.
As an IS auditor, you will be interested in learning the scope and extent of project management
methodologies in use. Your interest will include gaining an understanding of the [...]

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One of the principles in business that remains constant is change to processes and procedures.
Most periodicals, manuals, and guidelines published today contain discussions of the planning
necessary for implementing change in an organization. The concept of change must be accepted
as a fundamental principle. The organization that does not change is destined to perish.
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CISA - Summary and Exam Essentials
Summary
This concludes our review of the IS audit process. A CISA is expected to have a thorough
understanding of the entire audit process. You will be expected to understand the issues and
motivation behind each step.
A violation of the audit process would be a concern and likely indicate the outcome is
meaningless. As [...]

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The next objective in the audit is to perform the actual audit. Here you will need to make sure
you have the appropriate staff, ensure audit quality control, define auditee communications,
perform proper data collection, and review existing controls.
Allocating Staffing
You will need to have personnel for the audit and to define the audit’s organizational structure.
You also will [...]

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A good auditor remembers that setting priorities is their responsibility. You will need to assess the
risk of the audit and ensure that priorities have been fulfilled. If you are unable to perform the necessary audit functions, it is essential that the issues be properly communicated to management and the audit committee. [...]

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The second audit objective is to plan the specific audit project necessary to address the audit
objectives. Analysis should occur at least annually to incorporate the constant stream of new
developments in both the industry and the auditing field. Your audit objectives will include compliance to professional auditing standards and applicable laws.
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The first audit objective is to establish an audit charter , which gives you the authority to perform
an audit. The audit charter is issued by executive management or the board of directors.
The audit charter should clearly state management’s assertion of responsibility, their objectives,
and delegation of authority.
An audit charter outlines your [...]

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