- • Aug 31 – Sep 4, 2026 · Live Remote Online
CISA Training
Course Duration
5 Days
Audience
Employees of federal, state and local governments; and businesses working with the government.
Prerequisites
Systems administration experience, familiarity with TCP/IP, and an understanding of UNIX, Linux, and Windows. This advanced course also requires intermediate-level knowledge of the security concepts covered in our Security+ Prep Course.
Course Description
In this course you'll cover all five domains of the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam and gain the knowledge and technical concepts required to obtain CISA certification. Since its inception in 1978, the CISA exam has become the gold standard of excellence in IS auditing, control, and security. Our experts have created a study guide of relevant, up-to-date information, including summary charts, insightful data, and practice exams.
Learning Objectives
- In-depth coverage of the five domains required to pass the CISA exam:
- The Process of Auditing Information Systems
- Governance and Management of IT
- Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation
- Information Systems Operations, Maintenance, and Support
- Protection of Information Assets
Course Outline
Course Topics
- Preparation for the CISA Exam
- Submitting Required Paperwork
- Resources and Study Aids
- Passing the Exam the First Time
- Risk
- Audit
- Standards and Guidelines
- Best Practices
- Management Practices
- Roles and Responsibilities
- Project Management
- Business Application Development
- Information Systems Maintenance Practices
- Auditing Application Controls
- Application System Development
- Business Application Systems
- Information Systems Operations
- Information Systems Hardware
- SDLC
- Databases
- TCP/IP Model
- TCP/UDP/ICMP/IP
- Routers/Switches/Hubs
- Firewalls
- Wireless
- WAN Technologies – X.25/Frame Relay/PPP/ISDN/DSL/Cable
- Roles and Responsibilities – RACI
- Asset Management
- Taxonomy – Information Classification
- Risk Management
- Policies, Procedures, Standards, Guidelines, Baselines
- Knowledge Transfer – Awareness, Training, Education
- Environmental Protection Practices
- Physical Authentication
- Policies and Procedures
- BIA Policy
- BIA Roles and Teams
- Data Backups, Vaulting, Journaling, Shadowing
- Alternate Sites
- Emergency Response
- Required Notifications
- BIA Tests
- Final Review and Test Prep
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CISA certification and who needs it?
CISA – Certified Information Systems Auditor validates expertise in CISA certification training and exam preparation. It is highly valued across federal agencies, DoD organizations, and private-sector technology teams. IT Dojo prepares candidates through live instructor-led training covering all exam objectives.
How long is IT Dojo's CISA Training training?
IT Dojo's CISA Training training is 5 Days. It is available as live remote online instruction or on-site at your facility. All sessions are instructor-led with small class sizes to ensure individual attention.
Is this course available as live remote online training?
Yes. IT Dojo offers CISA Training as live remote online training. A certified instructor leads the session in real time — students interact via chat or microphone. Classes are kept small (typically no more than 16 students) to ensure engagement. On-site delivery at your government facility or contractor location is also available.
What prerequisites are recommended before this course?
Systems administration experience, familiarity with TCP/IP, and an understanding of UNIX, Linux, and Windows. This advanced course also requires intermediate-level knowledge of the security concepts covered in our Security+ Prep Course.
Is CISA approved for DoD 8570 / DoD 8140 compliance?
Yes. CISA is approved for IAM Level II and III roles under DoD 8140. It is one of the recognized credentials for cybersecurity workforce management across DoD commands and federal agencies. Always verify current mappings against the latest DoD 8140 manual.
How do I register for this course?
IT Dojo training is employer-sponsored — your organization registers and pays for seats. To schedule CISA Training for your team, contact IT Dojo via the Request Training form or call 757-216-3656. IT Dojo will work with your contracting officer, training coordinator, or program office to set up the course.