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No matter where you are in your career—early to senior level—we can help you navigate the competitive IT audit field. Discover advanced learning, industry-leading credentialing and a global membership community, all designed to help you stand out and stay ahead. What comes next, is up to you.
Find your audit career path
What does IT audit success look like to you? We’ll guide you to it, no matter where you are in your career.
LEARN MORECareer Pathways benefits
As technology evolves and businesses become more dependent on IT, skilled IT audit professionals are in demand more than ever. It’s a fulfilling and financially-rewarding career—and we’re here to help you find your way.
Job market growth
The IT auditor is one of the most in-demand finance and accounting professions in today's job market—over 91,000 jobs are available right now.
Salary potential
An IT audit career is financially rewarding. The average salary for IT auditors in North America is over $110,00—and over $135,000 with a CISA certification.
Career advancement
The opportunities of an IT audit career are truly substantial. From a staff auditor to a chief audit executive, you can advance as far as you want to go.
Career success is in your hands
$51,250
Average starting salary
21%
Of IT Auditors see a salary bump with new skills
When you’re just starting out in the IT audit field, the possibilities are endless. Our IT Audit Fundamentals Certificate program offers a comprehensive guide for rising IT professionals who want to transition to, or are new to audit, the opportunity to build a foundation of knowledge and skill to be a successful IT auditor.
Key skills
- Understanding of IT audit methodologies, tools and frameworks
- Assisting in conducting an IT audit
- Audit techniques such as using audit software and other technical tools for data analysis and testing
- Proficiencies to transition from a career path in financial audit to IT audit
Example job titles
- IT Auditor
- Technical Support Specialist
- Database Administrator (DBA)
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Writer
- Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst
- Business/Systems Analyst
Relevant IT Audit Credentials
IT AUDIT FUNDAMENTALS CERTIFICATE
Our IT Audit Fundamentals Certificate covers fundamental audit concepts, how to use controls effectively to objectively conduct an audit and the practical application of audit principles. You’ll learn critical functions to advance your IT audit career, on a path to CISA.
LEARN MORECISA—CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR
The Certified Information Systems Auditor® certification is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems. The recent quarterly IT Skills and Certifications Pay Index (ITSCPI) from Foote Partners ranked CISA among the most sought-after and highest-paying IT certifications. This certification is a must have for mid to advanced-career IT professionals looking for leverage in career growth.
LEARN MORE$118K
AVERAGE AUDITOR MANAGEMENT SALARY
67%
of CISAs SERVE IN MANAGEMENT
22% CISAs
SEE PAY INCREASE
The more you learn about the IT audit field, the farther you can advance. Certifications, like CISA and certificates like CCAK, give you the validation and credibility you need to grow your career with a focus on IT audit, cybersecurity and cloud auditing.
Key skills
- Validates the understanding of audit skills and frameworks
- Apply audit concepts to new technology
- Apply learning to real-life situations
- Gain a deeper understanding of when to utilize audit experience and the most effective approach for any situation
Example job titles
- Senior IT Auditor
- IT Auditor
- IT Audit Manager
- Compliance Analyst/Program Manager
- IT Consultant
- Compliance Analyst/Program Manager
- Data Protection Manager
- Security Officer/Security Manager
- Privacy Engineer
Relevant IT Audit Credentials
CISA—CERTIFIED INFORMATION SYSTEMS AUDITOR
The Certified Information Systems Auditor® certification is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems. The recent quarterly IT Skills and Certifications Pay Index (ITSCPI) from Foote Partners ranked CISA among the most sought-after and highest-paying IT certifications. This certification is a must have for mid to advanced-career IT professionals looking for leverage in career growth.
LEARN MORECCAK—CERTIFICATE OF CLOUD AUDITING KNOWLEDGE
Developed by ISACA and Cloud Security Alliance® (CSA), the Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge is the first-ever technical, vendor-neutral credential for cloud auditing. It prepares IT professionals to address the unique challenges of auditing the cloud; ensuring the right controls for confidentiality, integrity and accessibility; and mitigating risks and costs of audit management and non-compliance.
LEARN MORE$130,000+
AVERAGE SALARY
10K+ CISAs
HOLD 2 OR MORE CERTIFICATIONS
Success in the IT audit field means you never stop learning. Adding IT certifications, like CRISC and CDPSE, will not only advance your audit career by increasing your depth of knowledge of critical specialized skills like risk assessment and data privacy, but will also boost your salary—professionals with six or more IT certifications make over $10,000 more than those with just one.
Key skills
- Deeper understanding of privacy, risk and governance domains
- Establish the value of the audit function to the organization
- Leader of an audit team and influence on organizational decisions
- Managing the audit strategy as opposed to tactical application
Example job titles
- IT Audit Director
- Chief Audit Executive
- Senior IT Audit Manager
- Compliance Analyst/Program Manager
- Risk Analyst/Program Manager
- Security Officer/Security Manager
- Chief Information Security or Compliance Officer
- Security and Privacy Director
Relevant IT Audit Credentials
CRISC—CERTIFIED IN RISK AND INFORMATION SYSTEMS CONTROL
Our Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control™ certification indicates expertise in identifying and managing enterprise IT risk and implementing and maintaining information systems controls. You’ll gain instant recognition and credibility with CRISC and boost your career. If you are a mid to advanced-career IT professional with a focus on IT and cyber risk and control, CRISC can get you the leverage you need to grow in your career.
LEARN MORECDPSE
Modern privacy laws and regulations require organizations to implement privacy by design and by default into IT systems, networks, and applications. To do so, privacy professionals must partner with software developers, system and network engineers, application and database administrators, and project managers to build data privacy and protection measures into new and existing technology environments.
LEARN MORECCAK—CERTIFICATE OF CLOUD AUDITING KNOWLEDGE
Developed by ISACA and Cloud Security Alliance® (CSA), the Certificate of Cloud Auditing Knowledge is the first-ever technical, vendor-neutral credential for cloud auditing. It prepares IT professionals to address the unique challenges of auditing the cloud; ensuring the right controls for confidentiality, integrity and accessibility; and mitigating risks and costs of audit management and non-compliance.
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