Upcoming Chapter Events
Below are upcoming chapter conferences, seminars, review courses, and other events. Prior chapter events can also be viewed.
For information on our event policies, see https://isaca-gwdc.org/event-policies/.
Certified Information System Auditor® (CISA®) Review Course (Weekday Sessions)
March 10 @ 8:30 am - March 13 @ 5:00 pm EDT
GWDC Member $500, Non-GWDC Member $1,000
CISA Review Course – Weekday Sessions
The ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter (GWDC) is hosting an intensive 4-day virtual review course for the Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®) Exam. This course is designed to provide practical guidance on preparing for the CISA exam and will cover the essential job practice areas as defined by ISACA® Global.
This event is ideal for professionals planning to sit for the CISA exam. Attendees are encouraged to prepare in advance to maximize the benefits of the course.
Registration closes on March 9 @ 12pm.
Re-Take Discount
Students who take this GWDC review class and do not pass the corresponding Exam are eligible for a one-time 50% discount on the next review class offered by the GWDC for the exam. Please read the chapter event policy for discount details.
Course Overview
March 10 – 13
The course will be held on March 10 – 13, 2025 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Add this event to your calendar using the Add to Calendar link at the bottom of the page.
Virtual Event
The course will be held using Zoom.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app on their respective devices. Participants using the web-based Zoom or calling via the phone may not be entitled to CPE credits.
GWDC Member Fee – $500
The fee for GWDC Members is $500 for the course.
The fee for all other registrants is $1,000 for the course.
To become a member and take advantage of the member rate for our events, among other benefits, join ISACA and select the Greater Washington D.C. Chapter as your local chapter.
Earn up to 32 CPEs
Attendees can earn up to 32 CPEs for this event.
Participants must respond to all the poll questions via the Teams polling feature or chat log in order to receive NASBA CPE credits. The GWDC will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.
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Agenda
Please note, these are estimates as some domains (especially Domains 4 and 5) may span multiple days.
- Day 1: 18% Domain 1 – Information Systems Auditing Process & 18% Domain 2 – Governance & Management of IT
- Day 2: 12% Domain 3 – Information Systems Acquisition, Development & Implementation
- Day 3: 26% Domain 4 – Information Systems Operations & Business Resilience
- Day 4: 26% Domain 5 – Protection of Information Assets
Exam Resources
Study Recommendations
The instructor highly recommends that students purchase the CISA Review Manual and the CISA Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database – 12 Month ahead of the course date. Below are the study materials available for purchase from the ISACA Bookstore:
- CISA Review Manual
- CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
- CISA Review Questions, Answers & Explanation Database – 12 month subscription
**It is highly recommended to order these at the earliest opportunity to avoid any possible delays in their availability for the start of the program.
Additional Study Resources
Candidates should review the Exam Candidate Guide and other resources on the ISACA CISA page as part of their study program.
Instructor
Sushila Nair
CISSP, GIAC GSTRT, GSNA GDSA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, CDPSE, CCSK, CCAK
Sushila Nair is the CEO of Cybernetic LLC and former Vice President of Capgemini’s North American Cybersecurity practice, where she played a crucial role in driving secure digital transformation on a global scale. With over 30 years of experience in computing infrastructure, business, and security risk analysis, Sushila has established herself as a leading authority in the cybersecurity domain. Her career highlights include serving as Vice President responsible for global security offers at NTT DATA Services, a decade of leading her own IT and cybersecurity company across major UK cities, and serving as a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and trusted advisor to boards, where she honed her expertise in protecting organizations from evolving digital threats. Recognized through the top cybersecurity leader award by Security Magazine, Sushila’s influence in the industry is undeniable.
An esteemed thought leader, Sushila has shared her insights on prestigious platforms such as RSA Conference and ISACA’s global events. Her active participation in ISACA’s global emerging trends working group and her leadership as President of ISACA’s Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter underscore her dedication to advancing the field of cybersecurity. In 2024, her commitment to nurturing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and promoting diversity in the industry was honored with the prestigious ISACA Technology for Humanity Award.
More Information on CISA
Registration for the CISA exam is administered by ISACA®, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.
» Details on CISA and Exam Registration
Event Questions and Policies
Cancellation and Refunds
Cancellation and refund for advance registrations is allowed if cancellations are submitted through the registration system by the date registration closes. Refunds vary depending on the date of cancellation and cost of the event. See ISACA GWDC Event Policies for details.
Complaints
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All complaints should be submitted through the Registration Contact Form.
CPE Information
Earn up to 32 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credit in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.NASBARegistry.org
CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey
CPEs will be distributed via e-mail along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present for the full event to receive full CPE credit.
CPE-Related Details
- Learning Objective: After completing the course, students will be prepared to sit for the CISA exam.
- Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
- Program Knowledge Level: Basic
- Delivery Method: Group Internet Based
- Field of Study: Information Technology – Technical