ISACA has announced the launch of the CISA Associate designation, a new certification aimed at individuals who have passed the CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) exam but lack the required professional experience . This designation is designed to help students and new professionals take their first step into the IT audit field .
According to a recent ISACA survey, 92% of independent hiring managers agree that a CISA exam passer demonstrates significant skill in IT audit and possesses a hiring edge . ISACA aims to address the skills gap and equip students with the skills required to start a dynamic career, as stated by Jeff Angle, ISACA senior director, academic and workforce development .
Academic students who have fewer than five years of experience in IT auditing can pursue this designation when registering for the CISA exam . After passing the CISA exam, there is a US$25 application fee to apply for the designation . There are no CPE requirements, but those who receive the designation must maintain an active ISACA membership . The designation expires after four years or after becoming CISA certified .
Shannon Donahue, ISACA Chief Content and Publishing Officer, stated that the CISA Associate designation was created to help students and graduates make a first big step in the IT audit profession and help organizations around the world in establishing more trust in digital ecosystems .
CISA has been the gold standard for IS/IT audit certification for more than 45 years, attesting that IT auditors can meet current and future challenges . More than 219,000 professionals have earned the CISA certification since inception in 1978 .
To maintain the CISA Associate designation, members must maintain an active ISACA membership, which connects them to a global network, professional development tools, and industry insights .