IIA Exam IIA-CIA-Part2 Topic 9 Question 83 Discussion

Actual exam question for IIA's IIA-CIA-Part2 exam

Question #: 83
Topic #: 9

The internal audit activity needs to review the information security function but does not have the IT expertise needed for the engagement. Which of the following actions should the chief audit executive take to ensure the internal audit activity conforms with the Standards?

AAssign the engagement to a staff auditor and closely review his work and report.

BAssign the engagement to a senior auditor, who carefully researches and studies the company's IT infrastructure.

CContract an external service provider auditor with the experience necessary to perform the audit.

DPerform the audit herself and work closely with the information security function to obtain expertise in the area.

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by Kanisha at Jul 18, 2024, 08:08 PM

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Jesus

1 days ago

But wouldn't it be better for the chief audit executive to assign the engagement to a senior auditor who researches the company's IT infrastructure?

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Junita

2 days ago

I agree, it's important to ensure the internal audit activity conforms with the Standards.

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An

4 days ago

I think the chief audit executive should contract an external service provider auditor.

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