IT General Controls
 

IT General Controls

All auditors, either financial, operational or Information Technology (IT), come into contact with IT processes and outputs. Understanding how IT impacts the area being audited is crucial to performing a comprehensive and valuable engagement. 

For the new auditors (or individuals pursuing a degree in accounting / auditing), this training will discuss the various aspects of being an auditor, roles and responsibilities, day in the life of an auditor and career advancement. For the more seasoned auditor, numerous companies are focusing their reviews on the latest in technology, cloud computing, cybersecurity, etc. 

This course is a perfect primer for gaining an understanding of the concept of general controls, which have been overlooked.  The course is also a way to get “back to basics” and remember some of the things you may have forgotten.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Audit and IT overviews
  • IT Control frameworks:  the need for controls and risk management
  • IT General Controls: Change Control, Release Management, Security, Operations, 8 other control areas
  • Why are IT General Controls needed?
  • How should IT General Controls be developed?
  • What should you, the auditor, look for during any involvement with IT General Controls?

Presented by:  John Gatto

Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023

Time:  8:30am - 4:30pm CST

  • 8:00am - 8:30am CST - Registration & Refreshments
  • 8:30am - 11:30am CST - Section 1
  • 11:30am - 12:30pm CST - Lunch Break
  • 12:30pm - 4:30pm CST - Section 2

CPE Credits:  8 non-NASBA CPE Credits

Price:  $300 Members;  $400 Non-Members

GROUP DISCOUNT: 10% off each registration for groups of 4 or more!  Discount applied during the registration process.  Use discount code "Controls10".