Information Systems Audit

An IS audit is an evaluation of the controls within an organization’s information technology (IT) infrastructure to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of those controls in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the organization’s IT systems and data. The results of the audit identify weaknesses or deficiencies and provide recommendations for improvement. IS audits are typically conducted on a regular basis to ensure the ongoing security and effectiveness of the organization’s IT systems.

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Information Systems Audit

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At CryptoGen Nepal, we provide high-quality, professional audit services to growth-oriented corporations. We have a team of experienced, dedicated professionals and a global network, and strive to ensure audits are conducted with a high level of quality and efficiency. We follow a culture of professional ethics, use proper project management tools, and have partnered with security service providers to deliver the best services. To maintain the security of valuable data and information assets, CryptoGen Nepal conducts an IS Audit for organizations using ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification. The audit is engaged with the organization’s security procedures. Our goal is to provide confidence to our clients and ensure conformity to regulations while building long-term partnerships.

Importantance of IS Audit

There are several benefits that your company can achieve through an IS (Information Systems) audit

  • Improved security: To identify and address any weaknesses or vulnerabilities in the IT systems and controls, which can help to improve the overall security of their systems and data.
  • Increased efficiency: To identify areas where IT systems and processes can be improved or streamlined, which can lead to increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Enhanced compliance: To ensure that its IT systems and controls are compliant with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  • Improved risk management: To identify and assess potential risks to their IT systems and data and implement controls to mitigate those risks.
  • Enhanced reputation: By demonstrating a commitment to the security and effectiveness of IT systems through regular IS audits, helps to enhance the reputation and build trust with customers, partners, and stakeholders.

What We offer

  • Identify weaknesses and recommend improvements in an organization’s information security system.
  • Assure customers and clients that the organization’s information security system meets industry standards.
  • Demonstrate compliance with relevant laws and regulations related to information security.
  • Assure shareholders and investors that the organization is protecting its valuable information assets.
  • Assure partners and suppliers that their data will be protected when working with the organization.

Our Major Areas of Focus

We focus on the following areas when doing the audit because these are some major concerns.

Governance and Management of IT

IT governance is a framework that ensures IT investments support business objectives and stakeholder needs. We review IT Strategy, frameworks, standards, policies, and procedures to follow current industry guidelines and standard practices. This helps set the direction of the workforce and ensure proper resource utilization.

Information System Acquisition, Development, and Implementation

We ensure that IS acquisition, development, testing, and implementation practices meet the organization’s strategies and objectives. We review the Business Case and Feasibility Analysis and test system development methodologies and conduct a Post-implementation Review.

Protection of Information Assets

Understanding the value of an organization’s information assets is important for information systems management. This includes a comprehensive list of mobile, wireless, and Internet-of-Things (IoT) devices, as well as computer equipment, phones, networks, emails, data, and access-related items like cards, tokens, and passwords.

Information System Operations & Business Resilience

Business resilience planning helps organizations survive and thrive in a challenging environment by addressing crisis management and business continuity plans for various types of risks, such as cyber threats and natural disasters. We review the organization’s Business Impact Analysis, Business Continuity Plan, Disaster Recovery Plans, data backup and restoration processes, and system resiliency to determine if the organization can effectively overcome incidents.

Audit Methodology

For our audit, we follow ISACA guidelines and best industry practices and incorporate various IT frameworks, guidelines, and standards such as COBIT 5, ISO 27001, NIST Framework, NRB IT guidelines, NTA Cyber Byelaws, ITIL, and PCI DSS as necessary. We also partner with foreign-based leading cyber security companies to provide expert resources when needed for our valued clients.

Deliverables

The following necessities are covered in the report as deliverables.

  • Work plan and timeline of the security assessment.
  • Progress reports.
  • Vulnerability assessment and penetration testing technical review report.
  • Technical Incident Response renew report.
  • Business Continuity review report.
  • Report on information security policy and procedure.

Deliverables

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