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Cybersecurity Audit School: Auditing Cybersecurity

Practical skills in the Auditor's role and CISO's role

RWSGHM

Created by Ron Woerner, Sophie Goodwin, Hernan Murdock

Explore the key responsibilities of cybersecurity auditors and CISOs while learning how to set audit scope and build effective audit plans. Gain practical skills that help you make informed decisions and improve oversight in any organization. Each section connects real-world duties to the core concepts you need to master.

ACI | Aug 2026 | 210 min

What You Will Learn

You'll start by exploring the unique responsibilities of auditors and CISOs, then move into setting audit scope and building audit plans. Guided examples and practical scenarios help you connect concepts to daily work, so you can evaluate vulnerability assessments, use security frameworks, and apply audit techniques with confidence.

Key Features

  • Learn to define and distinguish the roles of auditors and CISOs in cybersecurity
  • Develop and apply audit scopes and cybersecurity audit plans for real-world scenarios
  • Analyze and use industry frameworks like NIST, PCI DSS, and ISO for effective audits

Target Audience

Perfect for cybersecurity auditors, IT auditors, and security professionals with some experience in the field. If you want to clarify roles, build stronger audit plans, and apply industry standards in your work, you'll find practical tools and clear guidance to advance your skills and support your organization's security goals.

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