After launch of Hemang Doshi's CISA Video series, there was huge demand for simplified text version for CISA Studies. This book has been designed on the basis of official resources of ISACA with more simplified and lucid language and explanation. Book has been designed considering following objectives:* CISA aspirants with non-technical background can easily grasp the subject. * Use of SmartArts to review topics at the shortest possible time.* Topics have been profusely illustrated with diagrams and examples to make the concept more practical and simple. * To get good score in CISA, 2 things are very important. One is to understand the concept and second is how to deal with same in exam. This book takes care of both the aspects.* Topics are aligned as per official CISA Review Manual. This book can be used to supplement CRM.* Questions, Answers & Explanations (QAE) are available for each topic for better understanding. QAEs are designed as per actual exam pattern. * Book contains last minute revision for each topic. * Book is designed as per exam perspective. We have purposefully avoided certain topics which have nil or negligible weightage in cisa exam. To cover entire syllabus, it is highly recommended to study CRM.* We will feel immensely rewarded if CISA aspirants find this book helpful in achieving grand success in academic as well as professional world.

The ultimate CISA prep guide, with practice exams Sybex's CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide, Fourth Edition is the newest edition of industry-leading study guide for the Certified Information System Auditor exam, fully updated to align with the latest ISACA standards and changes in IS auditing. This new edition provides complete guidance toward all content areas, tasks, and knowledge areas of the exam and is illustrated with real-world examples. All CISA terminology has been revised to reflect the most recent interpretations, including 73 definition and nomenclature changes. Each chapter summary highlights the most important topics on which you'll be tested, and review questions help you gauge your understanding of the material. You also get access to electronic flashcards, practice exams, and the Sybex test engine for comprehensively thorough preparation. For those who audit, control, monitor, and assess enterprise IT and business systems, the CISA certification signals knowledge, skills, experience, and credibility that delivers value to a business. This study guide gives you the advantage of detailed explanations from a real-world perspective, so you can go into the exam fully prepared. Discover how much you already know by beginning with an assessment test Understand all content, knowledge, and tasks covered by the CISA exam Get more in-depths explanation and demonstrations with an all-new training video Test your knowledge with the electronic test engine, flashcards, review questions, and more The CISA certification has been a globally accepted standard of achievement among information systems audit, control, and security professionals since 1978. If you're looking to acquire one of the top IS security credentials, CISA is the comprehensive study guide you need.

This CISA study guide is for those interested in achieving CISA certification and provides complete coverage of ISACA's latest CISA Review Manual (2019) with practical examples and over 850 exam-oriented practice questions Key Features Book DescriptionAre you looking to prepare for the CISA exam and understand the roles and responsibilities of an information systems (IS) auditor? The CISA - Certified Information Systems Auditor Study Guide is here to help you get started with CISA exam prep. This book covers all the five CISA domains in detail to help you pass the exam. You’ll start by getting up and running with the practical aspects of an information systems audit. The book then shows you how to govern and manage IT, before getting you up to speed with acquiring information systems. As you progress, you’ll gain knowledge of information systems operations and understand how to maintain business resilience, which will help you tackle various real-world business problems. Finally, you’ll be able to assist your organization in effectively protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standards. By the end of this CISA book, you'll not only have covered the essential concepts and techniques you need to know to pass the CISA certification exam but also have the ability to apply them in the real world.What you will learn Understand the information systems auditing process Get to grips with IT governance and management Gain knowledge of information systems acquisition Assist your organization in protecting and controlling information systems with IT audit standards Understand information systems operations and how to ensure business resilience Evaluate your organization’s security policies, standards, and procedures to meet its objectives Who this book is for This CISA exam study guide is designed for those with a non-technical background who are interested in achieving CISA certification and are currently employed or looking to gain employment in IT audit and security management positions.

This is the eBook version of the print title. Note that the eBook may not provide access to the practice test software that accompanies the print book. Learn, prepare, and practice for CISA exam success with this Cert Guide from Pearson IT Certification, a leader in IT certification learning. Master CISA exam topics Assess your knowledge with chapter-ending quizzes Review key concepts with exam preparation tasks Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Cert Guide is a best-of-breed exam study guide. World-renowned enterprise IT security leaders Michael Gregg and Rob Johnson share preparation hints and test-taking tips, helping you identify areas of weakness and improve both your conceptual knowledge and hands-on skills. Material is presented in a concise manner, focusing on increasing your understanding and retention of exam topics. The book presents you with an organized test preparation routine through the use of proven series elements and techniques. Exam topic lists make referencing easy. Chapter-ending Exam Preparation Tasks help you drill on key concepts you must know thoroughly. Review questions help you assess your knowledge, and a final preparation chapter guides you through tools and resources to help you craft your final study plan. Well-regarded for its level of detail, assessment features, and challenging review questions and exercises, this study guide helps you master the concepts and techniques that will allow you to succeed on the exam the first time. The study guide helps you master all the topics on the CISA exam, including: Essential information systems audit techniques, skills, and standards IT governance, management/control frameworks, and process optimization Maintaining critical services: business continuity and disaster recovery Acquiring information systems: build-or-buy, project management, and development methodologies Auditing and understanding system controls System maintenance and service management, including frameworks and networking infrastructure Asset protection via layered administrative, physical, and technical controls Insider and outsider asset threats: response and management

"All-in-One is All You Need." CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor All in One Exam Guide Get complete coverage of all the material included on the Certified Information Systems Auditor exam inside this comprehensive resource. Written by an IT security and audit expert, this authoritative guide covers all six exam domains developed by the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA). You'll find learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice exam questions, and in-depth explanations. Designed to help you pass the CISA exam with ease, this definitive volume also serves as an essential on-the-job reference. Covers all exam topics, including: IS audit process IT governance Network technology and security Systems and infrastructure lifestyle management IT service delivery and support Protection of information assets Physical security Business continuity and disaster recovery

CISSP Study Guide, Third Edition provides readers with information on the CISSP certification, the most prestigious, globally-recognized, vendor-neutral exam for information security professionals. With over 100,000 professionals certified worldwide, and many more joining their ranks, this new third edition presents everything a reader needs to know on the newest version of the exam's Common Body of Knowledge. The eight domains are covered completely and as concisely as possible, allowing users to ace the exam. Each domain has its own chapter that includes a specially-designed pedagogy to help users pass the exam, including clearly-stated exam objectives, unique terms and definitions, exam warnings, "learning by example" modules, hands-on exercises, and chapter ending questions. Provides the most complete and effective study guide to prepare users for passing the CISSP exam, giving them exactly what they need to pass the test Authored by Eric Conrad who has prepared hundreds of professionals for passing the CISSP exam through SANS, a popular and well-known organization for information security professionals Covers all of the new information in the Common Body of Knowledge updated in January 2015, and also provides two exams, tiered end-of-chapter questions for a gradual learning curve, and a complete self-test appendix

Prepare for success on the IAPP CIPP/US exam and further your career in privacy with this effective study guide - now includes a downloadable supplement to get you up to date on the 2022 CIPP exam! Information privacy has become a critical and central concern for small and large businesses across the United States. At the same time, the demand for talented professionals able to navigate the increasingly complex web of legislation and regulation regarding privacy continues to increase. Written from the ground up to prepare you for the United States version of the Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) exam, Sybex’s IAPP CIPP/US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide also readies you for success in the rapidly growing privacy field. You’ll efficiently and effectively prepare for the exam with online practice tests and flashcards as well as a digital glossary. The concise and easy-to-follow instruction contained in the IAPP/CIPP Study Guide covers every aspect of the CIPP/US exam, including the legal environment, regulatory enforcement, information management, private sector data collection, law enforcement and national security, workplace privacy and state privacy law, and international privacy regulation. Provides the information you need to gain a unique and sought-after certification that allows you to fully understand the privacy framework in the US Fully updated to prepare you to advise organizations on the current legal limits of public and private sector data collection and use Includes access to the Sybex online learning center, with chapter review questions, full-length practice exams, hundreds of electronic flashcards, and a glossary of key terms Perfect for anyone considering a career in privacy or preparing to tackle the challenging IAPP CIPP exam as the next step to advance an existing privacy role, the IAPP CIPP/US Certified Information Privacy Professional Study Guide offers you an invaluable head start for success on the exam and in your career as an in-demand privacy professional.

Essential CISA has been written with a single goal in mind - to present the CISA material in a way that is easy to absorb without leaving any content behind. Plenty of examples are included to drive the points home so that when it comes time to take the CISA exam, you are ready! This exam guide covers all five ISACA domains, including: * The Process of Auditing Information Systems * Governance and Management of IT * Information Systems Acquisition, Development and Implementation * Information Systems Operations, Maintenance and Service Management * Protection of Information AssetsOver 250 exam text questions are included.Instead of presenting both technical details and auditing information at the same time, Essential CISA breaks the topics down into their own chapters. This means that you have a firm grounding in the technical details before diving into how to audit the various areas.This book is also available as an audio book read by the author.

All the Knowledge You Need to Build Cybersecurity Programs and Policies That Work Clearly presents best practices, governance frameworks, and key standards Includes focused coverage of healthcare, finance, and PCI DSS compliance An essential and invaluable guide for leaders, managers, and technical professionals Today, cyberattacks can place entire organizations at risk. Cybersecurity can no longer be delegated to specialists: success requires everyone to work together, from leaders on down. Developing Cybersecurity Programs and Policies offers start-to-finish guidance for establishing effective cybersecurity in any organization. Drawing on more than 20 years of real-world experience, Omar Santos presents realistic best practices for defining policy and governance, ensuring compliance, and collaborating to harden the entire organization. First, Santos shows how to develop workable cybersecurity policies and an effective framework for governing them. Next, he addresses risk management, asset management, and data loss prevention, showing how to align functions from HR to physical security. You’ll discover best practices for securing communications, operations, and access; acquiring, developing, and maintaining technology; and responding to incidents. Santos concludes with detailed coverage of compliance in finance and healthcare, the crucial Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) standard, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Whatever your current responsibilities, this guide will help you plan, manage, and lead cybersecurity–and safeguard all the assets that matter. Learn How To · Establish cybersecurity policies and governance that serve your organization’s needs · Integrate cybersecurity program components into a coherent framework for action · Assess, prioritize, and manage security risk throughout the organization · Manage assets and prevent data loss · Work with HR to address human factors in cybersecurity · Harden your facilities and physical environment · Design effective policies for securing communications, operations, and access · Strengthen security throughout the information systems lifecycle · Plan for quick, effective incident response and ensure business continuity · Comply with rigorous regulations in finance and healthcare · Plan for PCI compliance to safely process payments · Explore and apply the guidance provided by the NIST Cybersecurity Framework