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The objective of the CISA Program is to:
 | develop and maintain an exam that evaluates the competency of Information Systems Auditors |
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| encourage IS Auditors to maintain their competency through continuing education requirements |
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| provide criteria for management to select and further develop the professionalism of their IS auditing staff |
This international certification program grants the title of Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) to candidates who achieve a passing score on the examination and demonstrate five or more years experience in the information systems auditing, security, or control professions. The CISA designation is widely recognized as a professional standard of excellence. More than 33,000 specialist in Information Systems Auditing Security and Control have earned the designation worldwide. More than 12,000 candidates registered for the exam in 2003.
The November issue of Certification Magazine named CISA among the top 10 best specialty certifications. The magazine stated that CISA is "one of the most popular and respected credentials in the increasingly important systems audit area."
To quote an Audit Director, who sat for a past CISA examination, "When I hire an IS auditor, I look for a CISA. And why should I interview someone who is not certified? The CISA designation is an excellent requirement for an IS auditor. I want to hire people who take pride in themselves and in their careers, and the CISA certification is one good indicator of that for IS Auditors".
Learn more about the CISA designation at the ISACA International website
CISA® is a registered trademark of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association.