CISA Certification Training Montreal

Advanced training for ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) certification - The global standard for IS auditors

CISA5 daysAdvancedBlended (in-person + remote)

In Montreal, our cybersecurity training supports Quebec businesses in their secure digital transformation. Organizations like Desjardins, National Bank of Canada, CGI trust our expertise to train their teams. Based in District 3, we understand the specific challenges of the Canada market and adapt our programs to local realities.

Key Information

Duration5 days

ModeBlended (in-person + remote)

LevelAdvanced

LocationMontreal

Checklist

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CISA Checklist: Exam Preparation Guide

Comprehensive checklist of the 5 CISA domains for effectively auditing information systems.

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Presentation

Advanced training for ISACA CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) certification - The global standard for IS auditors

Objectives

Master the 5 CISA domains and ISACA audit methodology
Plan and conduct information systems audits
Evaluate IT controls and identify risks
Write audit reports compliant with standards
Prepare for and pass the ISACA CISA exam

Target Audience

→IT auditors and internal auditors
→IS audit and control consultants
→Compliance and internal control managers
→IT managers wanting to validate audit skills
→Security professionals focused on governance

Prerequisites

Minimum 5 years of experience in IS audit, control or security. Knowledge of audit standards (COBIT, ITIL).

Detailed Program

•ISACA audit standards and guidelines
•Audit mission planning and scoping
•Evidence collection and documentation
•Results communication and follow-up

Frequently Asked Questions

Prerequisites

Minimum 5 years of experience in IS audit, control or security. Knowledge of audit standards (COBIT, ITIL).

Target Audience

→IT auditors and internal auditors
→IS audit and control consultants
→Compliance and internal control managers
→IT managers wanting to validate audit skills
→Security professionals focused on governance

Detailed Curriculum

Domain 1: IS Audit Process

→ISACA audit standards and guidelines
→Audit mission planning and scoping
→Evidence collection and documentation
→Results communication and follow-up

Domain 2: IT Governance and Management

→IT governance structures and strategic alignment
→IT policies, procedures and practices
→IT resource and performance management
→Audit of IT organizational structures

Domain 3: IS Acquisition and Development

→Project management and SDLC
→System acquisition and application development
→Change control and versioning
→Audit of projects and developments

Domain 4: Operations and Resilience

→IT operations and service management
→Business continuity and disaster recovery
→Incident and problem management
→Audit of operations and resilience

Domain 5: Information Asset Protection

→Information asset security
→Access and identity management
→Network and infrastructure security
→Audit of security controls

Expected Outcomes

Master the 5 CISA domains and ISACA audit methodology

Plan and conduct information systems audits

Evaluate IT controls and identify risks

Write audit reports compliant with standards

Prepare for and pass the ISACA CISA exam

Companies in Montreal using this training

Desjardins - Awareness training for 500+ employees
National Bank of Canada - Ongoing certification program
CGI - Security audit and custom training
District 3 startups - Monthly group training sessions

Regulatory Compliance

Law 25 (Quebec privacy law), PIPEDA (federal), Bill C-26 (CCSPA - Critical Cyber Systems Protection Act), OSFI guidelines (financial institutions), SOC 2 and ISO 27001 required for banking sector

FAQs

What is the difference between CISA and CISM?

CISA focuses on IS audit and control (5 audit-oriented domains), while CISM covers security management (4 governance-oriented domains). CISA is ideal for auditors, CISM for security managers. Both are complementary.

How much does the CISA exam cost?

The CISA exam costs $575 for ISACA members and $760 for non-members. The exam includes 150 questions over 4 hours. The passing score is 450/800.

Is CISA internationally recognized?

Yes, CISA is the most recognized IT audit certification worldwide, with over 150,000 certified professionals in 180 countries. It is often required for senior IT auditor positions in the Big Four and large enterprises.

What experience is required for CISA?

ISACA requires 5 years of experience in IS audit, control or security. Substitutions are possible: up to 3 years can be replaced by a university degree or other ISACA certifications.

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Next session in Montreal

February 23, 2026