Learn the basic procedures and principles of information security auditing

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Information Security Auditing

Information security auditing is the process of evaluating and strengthening an organization's digital security. Within this bootcamp, you will learn the foundational concepts of this discipline and the theoretical underpinnings of information security auditing.

This bootcamp focuses on imparting the fundamental concepts and principles essential for aspiring information security auditors.

Syllabus overview:

  • Understand the key ethics in information security auditing
  • Learn how different techniques contibute into auditing systems
  • Understand key governance and management principles
  • Understand the development and implementation processes involved
  • Learn about operations, maintenance, and management aspects
  • Learn how methods safeguard information assets through effective auditing practices
Intermediate Level MCSI Certification Beginner
ic-certificate Bootcamp
cpe-points 64
ic-money $450

Course Overview

Learn The Foundations of Information Security Auditing with Our Specialized Bootcamp!

Immerse yourself in the dynamic realm of information security auditing, where you'll gain insights into the foundational concepts and principles essential for assessing and enhancing organizational security postures. Information security auditing is crucial for identifying and mitigating security risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and safeguarding sensitive information. Our specialized bootcamp provides you with a comprehensive understanding of these fundamental concepts, empowering you to contribute effectively to organizational security efforts.

In this bootcamp, you'll delve into the core principles of information security auditing, learning what the essential techniques are for assessing security controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and recommending remediation measures. Through research-based exercises, you'll develop a solid theoretical foundation in information security auditing methodologies and frameworks.

Comprehensive Security Posture Assessments

Learn what comprehensive assessments are and how they contribute to organizational security postures, evaluating the effectiveness of security controls, identifying vulnerabilities, and assessing compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

Manual and Automated Audit Techniques

Understand the differences between manual and automated audit techniques, and how they are performed to identify security vulnerabilities and weaknesses within organizational systems, networks, and applications, ensuring thorough and effective assessment of security controls.

Formulating Actionable Recommendations

Understand why actionable recommendations are made and how beneficial they are in mitigating risks and how they provide practical solutions in enhancing organizational security postures.

Communicating Audit Findings Effectively

Understanding effective communication skills and how it helps articulate audit findings and recommendations to stakeholders and decision-makers, facilitating informed decision-making and driving implementation of security enhancements.

By the end of this comprehensive bootcamp, whether you're pursuing a career in information security auditing or seeking to enhance your cybersecurity skill set, this bootcamp will empower you to excel in this critical field and make a lasting impact on organizational security.

Training Modules

This course provides you with multiple training modules, each of which is designed to teach you practical skills that can help you solve important cyber problems. Each module offers exercises that will help you build your skills and capabilities.

  • ISA-01: Fundamental Concepts and Ethics - 5 exercises
  • ISA-02: System Auditing - 18 exercises
  • ISA-03: Governance and Management - 16 exercises
  • ISA-04: Development and Implementation - 16 exercises
  • ISA-05: Operations, Maintenance and Management - 24 exercises
  • ISA-06: Information Assets - 33 exercises

Certificate of Completion

You will receive a Certificate of Completion when you complete this course.

A Certificate of Completion can be very beneficial, especially when job hunting. It proves that you have completed a course and can be a great way to stand out among other candidates. Even if you do not have much experience, it shows that you are willing to learn and have the basic skills required for the job. In addition, some employers may require a Certificate of Completion for certain positions. Therefore, adding it to your portfolio is always an excellent choice.

Career Outcomes

By completing this bootcamp, you'll gain a solid understanding of both manual and automated information security auditing techniques. This foundational knowledge will help assist you on your path to becoming a auditor.

Certification Detail

MCSI Bootcamps are high-quality training exercises created by seasoned professionals to help beginners learn vital cyber security skills faster. Our bootcamps have an established track record of achievement, with a high-rate of graduation success.

If you are seeking practical cyber training that will accelerate your career, our bootcamps are the perfect solution.

Sample Exercises

Explain The Difference Between A Compliance Test VS A Substantive Test

exercise

Develop An Audit Plan For A Decision Support System (DSS)

exercise

Research And Explain What Interruption Window, SDO And Maximum Tolerable Outages Are

exercise

Help and Support

Unmatched Mentorship: Accelerate Your Growth

At MCSI, mentorship is built to unlock your full potential. Receive personalized insights from multiple experts, tackle real-world challenges, and get the guidance you need to grow rapidly and excel in your cybersecurity career.

  • Personalized feedback with an average instructor response time of 1 business day
  • Direct access to instructors and peers via a 24/7 Discord server
  • Progress tracking and milestone assessments to keep you on course toward success
  • 95% of MCSI graduates land cybersecurity jobs with expert mentoring and feedback

24/7/365 Discord Community:

If you're looking for additional support during your studies, consider joining our Discord server. Our community of fellow students and instructors is always available to provide help and answer any questions you may have.

Personalized Support:

Your submissions will be reviewed by MCSI instructors, who will provide you with personalized feedback. This input is critical since it can assist you in identifying the areas where you need to enhance your skills. The instructor's feedback will also tell you how well you did an exercise and what you can do to improve your performance even further.

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Quick Questions:

If you have any questions or need clarification on any of the exercises, MCSI offers a Quick Questions section on each exercise where you can ask for help. This is a great resource to use if you need assistance. This feature is only available for paid courses.

Prerequisites

Proficiency in the English language

You must have the ability to comfortably read and understand IT documentation written in English. Ideally, they have an IELTS score of 6.5 with no band less than 6 (or equivalent).

Note: You can register for this course without having undertaken an English test.

Training Laptop Requirement

This course can be completed on a standard training laptop. To ensure you have the necessary hardware to complete the course, your machine should meet the following specifications:

  • 64-bit Intel i5/i7 2.0+ GHz processor or equivalent
  • 8GB of RAM
  • Ability to run at least (1) virtual machine using Virtual Box, or an equivalent virtualization software
  • Windows 10 or later, macOS 10 or later, or Linux
  • Local administrator privileges
Do you support older operating systems?

Yes. Many of the exercises can be completed on older OS versions. A few of our students are successfully using older equipment to learn cyber security.

Knowledge and Technical Requirements

  • Knowledge of risk management processes (e.g., methods for assessing and mitigating risk).
  • Develop methods to monitor and measure risk, compliance, and assurance efforts.
  • Knowledge of cybersecurity principles.
  • Ability to create clear and concise documents using software tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.

Lab Environment

This course teaches you how to setup and configure your own cybersecurity lab.

  • Save thousands by avoiding the costs of pre-built labs
  • Customize your lab with the hardware and software you prefer
  • Gain practical skills in networking, system administration, and technical troubleshooting
  • Build confidence by practicing tasks you'll need to perform in real-world jobs
  • Manage and maintain your own tools—just as employers expect in the workplace

Why is the MCSI Method™ World Class?

why MCSI

Comprehensive, Effective, Exceeds Standards

MCSI offers training suitable for beginners and experts alike. We teach skills immediately applicable in the field. You will be confident in your ability to solve real-world problems. The MCSI platform will automatically create a portfolio to help you apply for jobs.

why MCSI

Exercises reviewed by experts

MCSI instructors are seasoned industry experts. We provide you with concise, relevant, and positive feedback for all your exercises, even if you don't succeed on the first try. Our feedback is specific to your work and only relevant to the exercise you submitted. You have the option to resubmit until you pass.

why MCSI

Supported by Cognitive Science

The MCSI Method is supported by cognitive science. We break down complex topics into small tasks related to the end goal. This prevents cognitive overload. Our essential tools are rubrics and feedback. Everything is practical. We simulate the ways of working professionals employ in the field.

Enrollment and Fees

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How does MCSI Compare?

MCSI is 95% more cost-effective with 20x more practical training hours:

MCSI Bootcamps Traditional Vendors Conference Workshop University Bootcamps Cyber Ranges
Cost $450 $5,000+ $4,000+ $5,000+ $3,000+
Hours of training 300+ hours 40-48 16-40 40 40-100
Online Yes Some No No Yes
Practical 100% 50% 50% 50% 100%
Maintenance Level High Low Low Low Low
Free Trial Yes No No No No
Access to instructors Yes Some Yes Yes Some

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Bloom's Taxonomy

Employers seek problem-solvers who deliver real value. With MCSI, you'll develop practical, in-demand skills applicable across diverse cyber roles.

Information Security Professionals made a median salary of $103,590 in 2020. Cybersecurity roles are regularly ranked #1 jobs in the United States.

If you are looking to increase your earning potential, this course will put you on track for jobs that offer a salary of $75,000 to $150,000 per year. Why spend tens of thousands of dollars on degrees or theoretical certifications when you can develop in-demand practical skills in a shorter amount of time?

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MCSI Method™?

Common Questions

  • Will I receive a certificate?
    • Yes! You will receive a Certificate of Completion when you complete the bootcamp.
  • Are solutions included in the bootcamps?
    • Yes, for some exercises. Our method of teaching cyber security consists of challenging you with real-world problem statements that you're expected to research and solve by doing your own research. This is how you'll be expected to work in the field. When you fail an exercise, we provide you with constructive feedback to improve and try again.
  • Do the videos provides the answers to exercises?
    • For exercises listed in bootcamps, yes, the videos show the answers.
  • Do I need to purchase cybersecurity tools or subscriptions?
    • No. Only free or trial versions are used in our exercises. You do not require making any purchases.

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