Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) Practice Exam

The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) designation is a globally recognized credential for professionals involved in information systems (IS) audit, control, and security. It demonstrates your expertise in assessing an organization's IT infrastructure and its effectiveness in safeguarding data and ensuring business continuity.

Who should consider CISA certification?

This certification is ideal for individuals holding mid-career positions in:

• IT Audit
• Information Security
• Risk Management
• Internal Controls
• Compliance

It's also valuable for individuals who want to:

• Transition into IT audit or security roles.
• Advance their careers in existing IT-related positions.
• Gain a strong foundation in IT audit best practices.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

CISA holders can be involved in various tasks, including:

• Performing IT audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, data security, and risk management practices.
• Identifying and reporting on IT-related vulnerabilities and control weaknesses.
• Recommending and implementing improvements to IT governance and controls.
• Collaborating with IT and business stakeholders to ensure alignment between IT practices and business objectives.
• Staying up-to-date on evolving IT risks and regulations.

Exam Details:

• Exam Name: CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor
• Exam Provider: ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association)
• Format: Computer-based, multiple-choice questions
• Number of Questions: 150
• Duration: 4 hours
• Passing Score: 75%
• Delivery: Testing center or online proctored

Recommended Experience

The CISA Exam Requirements are:

• Initially, the candidate needs to have at least five (5) years of experience in security, assurance, control, or IS/IT audit.
• Second, there is a three-year maximum limit on the experience waivers.  

Domain 1: Process of Auditing Information Systems (21%)

In this domain, you gain familiarity and understanding with the highest standards of information systems to provide the best audit practices as well. (

Domain 2: IT Governance (17%)

In this domain, you manage to learn to develop the sound IS control practices and management mechanisms. 

Domain 3: Systems and Infrastructure Life cycle Management (12%)

In this domain, you cover the processes and methodologies topics that organizations use during reinventing the infrastructure components of their application systems.

Domain 4: IT Service Delivery and Support (23%)

In this domain, the candidate is required to review the processes and various methodologies applicable to different IT systems. Further, it will help you learn the IS audit in the event of a disruption.

Domain 5: Protection of Information Assets (27%)

In this domain, you get to learn how to ensure the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of information assets. Further, in this, you will understand about generating logical access controls and other security measures.