CISA
Certified Information Systems Auditor
Certification Overview
ISACA's premier auditing certification covering five domains including governance, risk management, and information asset protection. The 4-hour exam has 150 questions requiring 450/800 to pass. Requires 5 years of IS auditing experience.
The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is a globally recognized benchmark designed for professionals aiming to prove their expertise in audit. In today's competitive landscape, this certification acts as a critical signal to employers regarding your technical proficiency and commitment to the field.
Primary Impact
- Higher salary ceiling in Audit roles
- Validated expertise at the enterprise level
Market Signal
Ranked as a Top Audit Credential for 2026, holding the CISA significantly reduces the time-to-hire for senior positions.
Market Outlook
We monitor job market volume in real-time to provide the most accurate demand forecasting for your career.
Market Sentiment
There are currently 1,102 open roles in the US requiring this specific certification.
Tracking period: 12 Weeks
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Maintenance & Recognition
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Path to Excellence
Everything you need to successfully navigate the CISA certification journey.
01 Entry Requirements
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Professional Experience
Five (4) years of professional information systems auditing, control, or security work experience.
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Code of Ethics
Agreement to abide by ISACA’s Code of Professional Ethics.
02 The Process
ISACA Registration
Register with ISACA and schedule your exam via PSI testing centers.
Audit Domain Mastery
Master the 5 domains including Governance and Management of IT and Information Asset Protection.
Pass CISA Exam
Successfully pass the 150-question 4-hour exam (CBT).
Apply for Licensure
Submit your experience waiver and verification documentation to ISACA for official certification.
Live Postings
Real-time Local Data1/24/2026
IT Internal Auditor Sr.
12/2/2025
Risk Management Framework Subject Matter Expert with Security Clearance
1/20/2026
(USA) Risk Expert III
1/20/2026
(USA) Risk Expert III
12/14/2025
IT Audit Leader - Japanese
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