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CRISC Fall Review 2021 Course

August 20, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTOR | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | REGISTRATION DETAILS

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC is bringing back our CRISC Fall Review 2021 course, this year virtually! The CRISC Fall Review 2021 Course is an intensive 3-day review course for the ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls™ (CRISC) Exam. The CRISC Fall Review 2021 Course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CRISC exam as well as specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CRISC as defined by ISACA® Global. Don't miss out on our great CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course!

The CRISC Fall Review 2021 Course dates are: Three consecutive Saturdays October 16, 24, and 30 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm eastern.

Location: Virtual with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CRISC Exam window. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CRISC exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

Registration for the CRISC exam is administered by ISACA, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

» Details on Exam Registration

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 full policy for discount details.

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AGENDA

Day 1

Introduction
IT Risk Identification (Domain 1)

Day 2

IT Risk Assessment (Domain 2)
Risk Response and Mitigation (Domain 3)

Day 3

Risk and Control Monitoring and Reporting (Domain 4)
Practice Tests

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Jim Wiggins

CISSP-ISSEP, CISM, CISA, CySA+, SCNA, SCNP, CAP, IAM, IEM, SSCP, CEH, ECSA, CHFI, LPT, TICSA, CIWSA, Security+, and MCSE: Security and FITSP-M

Jim has over 23 years direct experience in the design, operation, management, and auditing of information technology systems, with the past 18 years focused on information systems security. He has an extensive background in technical education and specializes in security certification courses targeted at federal and government contracting clients.

Jim is the founder and executive director of the Federal IT Security Institute (FITSI). FITSI is a 501(c)6, non-profit organization that provides a role-based IT security certification program targeted at the federal workforce. Jim is also the executive director of the FITSI Foundation, which is a 501(c)3 public charity that runs the Wounded Warrior Cyber Combat Academy (W2CCA).

Currently, as a contractor, Jim provides education and training support for the Federal Network Resilience Division at DHS and its Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program.

In 2011, the Federal Information Systems Security Educators’ Association (FISSEA) named him "Educator of the Year" for the impact he continues to make in the federal workforce. In 2019, Federal Computer Week (FCW) Named Jim to the "Federal 100" for his work to tirelessly promote cybersecurity education across all branches of the federal government.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Materials Provided During the Course

Participants receive a Study Guide to help them prepare for the CRISC exam. The Study Guide contains a presentation, a case study, and 20 quiz questions for each domain in the official CRISC Review Manual. The Study Guide contains additional material such as suggested study approach, exam taking tips, list of "must know" vocabulary terms, and other suggested readings to aid participants in their exam preparation.

Study Materials

The instructors highly recommend that students purchase the CRISC Review Manual and the CRISC Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database - 12 Month. Below are the study materials available for purchase from the ISACA Bookstore:

CRISC Review Manual
CRISC Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
CRISC 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 as part of their study program. We've included additional resources for exam candidates on our Certifications page, including links to ISACA resources and Knowledge Center study groups.

Special Instructions

Requests for Assistance: If you require assistance for an audio, visual, or other disability, please contact the Certifications Director, Clifton Persaud, the event planner to discuss your needs as soon as possible. We need as much advance notice as possible to determine whether requests can be accommodated. Thank You.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

Cancellation and refund for advance registrations is allowed if cancellations are submitted through the registration system. Refunds vary depending on the date of cancellation. See ISACA GWDC Event Policies for details.

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 24 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. 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 the full day and respond to polling questions to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details:

Delivery Method: Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app in their respective devices. Participants using the web-based Zoom or calling via the phone may not be entitled to CPE credits.
Participants must respond to all the poll questions via the Zoom polling feature or chat log in order to receive NASBA CPE credits.
ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.
Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
Program Knowledge Level: Basic
Field of Study: Information Technology - Technical

Complaint Policy:

The GWDC welcomes your comments, complaints, suggestions, questions, and other feedback concerning our website information and services. All complaints should be directed to the Associate Director of Registrations at registrations@isaca-gwdc.org.

VCW 2021: I Know It When I See It

August 20, 2021 by Ken

AGENDA | TOPICS | PRESENTERS | ADDITIONAL DETAILS & CPE

Join our next Virtual Cyber Workshop (VCW) 2021 on Data Protection.

In an effort to keep our members, the Greater Washington DC region, and the world informed and connected we are holding a series of FREE Cyber workshops. We want to give you an outlet as we all adjust to the new norms we are faced with as a result of the escalating health concerns related to the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).

We have a great lineup of presenters who will cover a variety of interesting topics for which one (1) CPE can be earned for each webinar attended. You will need to self-certify, however, as GWDC will not be sending you a CPE certificate.

In case you missed our cyber workshops, click here to view all recordings.

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Interested in becoming a member and enjoy these and other benefits all year round? Join ISACA!

VCW 2021: I Know It When I See It

I Know It When I See It - Importance of Controls to Protect Data

Join us for a lively discussion on why controls are critical to the protection of our data. What are controls, who is responsible for controls, and what happens when effective controls are not in place? We will take a look at the largest data breaches, ransomware, and other cyber-attacks. Could they have been prevented?

VCW 2021: I Know It When I See It - SPEAKER INFO

Teresa Skehan

Director, Information Privacy and Protection Office Cyber & Biometrics - IBM Global Business Services, Public Sector

CRISC, CISA, CISM, CDPSE, CCSK, IAPT, IAPP-US

Ms. Skehan is the Director of the Information Privacy and Protection Office and the Security Focal for IBM GBS North America. She is successfully leading a program to drive long-lasting, sustainable compliance with government, industry, and corporate security policies, standards, and procedures. She also oversees the management of Security Risk Assessors and Security Experts in the US, Canada, India, and Mexico.

Throughout her career, her professional accomplishments and awards have been associated with thought leadership, technology evaluation and business alignment, security/privacy controls, and privacy management. She has successfully transformed a cybersecurity risk management program to align with strategic technologies such as cognitive, mobile, cloud, and Internet of Things; directed the remediation of numerous audit findings associated with the absence of business controls and inadequate management of system/technology changes; launched the
design, development, and implementation of a Public Key Infrastructure and automated a company’s entire operations through the various stages of design, development, installation, and support.

Recipient of numerous company awards; Crystal Award for displaying Exemplary Performance and Leadership; Premier Achievement Award and Technology Breakthrough Award; President’s Award for Leadership and Innovation; Management Team and Most Valuable Player Awards. She holds a Master’s Degree in Security Engineering Management and several professional certifications: ISACA’s CRISC, CISA, CISM, and CDPSE; IAPP’s Fellow of Information Privacy, Certified Information Privacy Technologist and Certified Information Privacy Professional for Canada, US Private Sector, US Government and Europe; CSA’s Certificate Cloud Security Knowledge (CCSK); ADCG’s Data Privacy and Protection Specialist. She is Director of Academic Relations, ISACA, Greater Washington DC Chapter.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Special Instructions:

Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app on their respective devices.

Presentations:

Presentations are posted to the Presentations Library if permission is received from the presenter and their organization. In some cases, permission is not received.

Sponsor this Event:

If your organization is interested in being an event sponsor, please take a look at the five (5) various event sponsorship packages and click this sponsorship link to become a sponsor.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

CPE

Earn up to 1 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) through self-reporting.

Complaint Policy:

VCW 2021: How can Cybersecurity Best Practices Protect Election Integrity in Developed and Developing Democracies?

August 20, 2021 by Ken

AGENDA | TOPICS | PRESENTERS | ADDITIONAL DETAILS & CPE

Join our next Virtual Cyber Workshop (VCW) 2021 on Election Integrity.

In case you missed our cyber workshops, click here to view all recordings.

Click Here to Register

Interested in becoming a member and enjoy these and other benefits all year round? Join ISACA!

Election Integrity VCW 2021

Topic 1 - How Cybersecurity Best Practices Protect Election Integrity in Transitional Democracies

Election insecurity and issues of its integrity affect voters’ confidence. Allowing attackers to subvert election infrastructures weakens the credibility of the voting results. Presently, there is no particular way of addressing this lack of voter trust. This study aims to address such a gap by establishing the role of cybersecurity measures and best practices in solving the challenges facing election security. The study first provides a historical overview of voting systems in the U.S. and Kenya, threats in technologies in elections systems within these two countries, and examples of known mitigations for these insecurities. Election integrity is defined along with an elaboration on when an election meets such integrity criteria. The author further examines threats actors that interfere in elections, the types of cyberattacks the actors use to affect election integrity and the motives that inspire them to disrupt the traditional selection processes. This research delves into a cross-disciplinary inquiry of seeking effective cybersecurity measures that could be used to maintain voter’s trust and protect election integrity. The author proposes a qualitative case study method with data collected through interviewing election practitioners and cybersecurity experts. One of the expected outcomes of this study is to highlight the lessons that both states have learned from their last elections and how they could conform to new technology to protect their elections. The ultimate goal is to develop a consistent, widely accepted set of cybersecurity best practices that could secure election infrastructure.

MEET THE SPEAKER of Election Integrity VCW 2021

Osei Hyiamang

President and Founder of Shiamang Widows Care Foundation

CISM, DSc, Security+

Osei Hyiamang is the President and Founder of Shiamang Widows Care Foundation and is a Doctoral Candidate in Cybersecurity at Marymount University. Osei also holds a Security+ certification through CompTIA and is a Certified Information Security Manger (CISM).

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Special Instructions:

Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app on their respective devices.

Presentations:

Presentations are posted to the Presentations Library if permission is received from the presenter and their organization. In some cases, permission is not received.

Sponsor this Event:

If your organization is interested in being an event sponsor, please take a look at the five (5) various event sponsorship packages and click this sponsorship link to become a sponsor.

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

CPE

Earn up to 1 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) through self-reporting.

Complaint Policy:

CISM Fall Review 2021 Course

August 5, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTOR | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | REGISTRATION DETAILS

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC is back with our CISM Fall Review 2021 course. The CISM Fall Review 2021 course is an intensive 3-day review course for the ISACA Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) Exam. The CISM Fall Review 2021 course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CISM exam and specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CISM as defined by ISACA® Global.

The dates of the CISM Fall Review 2021 course are: three consecutive Saturdays October 2, October 9, and October 16 @ 9:00 am to 5:00 pm eastern.

Location: Online with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CISM Exam. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CISM exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

Registration for the CISM exam is administered by ISACA®, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

» Details on Exam Registration

Re-take Discount

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AGENDA

Day 1
Module 1 - Information Security Governance

Module 2 - Information Risk Management and Compliance

Day 2
Module 3 - Information Security Program Development and Management

Module 4 - Information Security Incident Management

Day 3
Module 5 - Exam Preparation Strategies

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Noel Nazario

CISM

Noel A. Nazario is a technology and business leader that brings a wealth of technical and leadership experience to help clients assess risk, develop risk mitigation strategies, envision and realize coherent technology environments, improve Cybersecurity Program maturity, establish Incident Response strategy, and improve IT/OT integration with business strategy. His experience includes business development, C-level training, financial systems audit, technology risk management, cybersecurity programs and operations, enterprise architecture, IT operations and services integration, cloud management, and IT governance. Noel’s professional background enables him to work with leaders with diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

Noel A. Nazario is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and an ISACA Accredited trainer. Noel was the recipient of the GWDC’s 2018 V. Lee Conyers Award. He participates in multiple industry groups and is a frequent conference host and speaker. Noel started his technology career as an Electronics Engineer for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Computer Security Division. He transitioned to the private sector to work for KPMG, EY, and Grant Thornton in roles that ranged from Senior Associate to Senior Manager and Director. He later started a consulting firm and is now a Senior Director at Annuk Inc, where he leads the IT Architecture Review Board for the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority and supports other clients.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Materials Provided During the Course

Participants receive a Study Guide to help them prepare for the CISM exam. The Study Guide contains a presentation, a case study, and 20 quiz questions for each domain in the official CISM Review Manual. The Study Guide contains additional material such as suggested study approach, exam taking tips, list of "must know" vocabulary terms, and other suggested readings to aid participants in their exam preparation.

Study Materials

The instructor highly recommends that students purchase the CISM Review Manual and the CISM Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database - 12 Month. Below are the study materials available for purchase from the ISACA Bookstore:

CISM Review Manual
CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
CISM 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

Special Instructions

Cancellation and Refund Policy: Cancellation and refund for advance registrations is allowed if cancellations are submitted through the registration system. Refunds vary depending on the date of cancellation. See ISACA GWDC Event Policies for details.

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 21 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. 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

CPE-Related Details:

Delivery Method: Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app in their respective devices. Participants using the web-based Zoom or calling via the phone may not be entitled to CPE credits.
Participants must respond to all the poll questions via the Zoom polling feature or chat log in order to receive NASBA CPE credits.
ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.
Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
Program Knowledge Level: Basic
Field of Study: Information Technology - Technical

Complaint Policy:

CISA Review Course 2021 (Multi-Day Event)

July 20, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTORS | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | COURSE REGISTRATION

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The GWDC is sponsoring an intensive 4-day CISA Virtual Review Course 2021. This ISACA Certified Information System Auditor® (CISA) exam review course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CISA exam and specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CISA as defined by ISACA® International. The ISACA CISA Virtual Review Course 2021 is hosted over four consecutive Saturdays.

The dates of this course are: four (4) consecutive Saturdays, September 11, 18, 25, and October 2 from 8:30 am to 5 pm eastern.

Course Location: Online with link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CISA Exam window. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CISA exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

Registration for the CISA exam is administered by ISACA®, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

Re-take Discount

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AGENDA

Day 1

Module 1 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems

Module 2 - Governance and Management of IT

Day 2

Module 3 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation

Day 3

Module 4 - Information Systems Operations, Maintenance, and Support

Day 4

Module 5 - Protection of Information Assets

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MEET THE INSTRUCTORS of the ISACA GWDC CISA Virtual Review 2021

Tyler Harding

CPA, CISA, CISSP, CISM, CGEIT, CAP, CEH, FITSP-A, FITSP-M

Mr. Harding is a “recovering” IT auditor. After a career of 25 years leading IT audits for Big-4 accounting firms, Mr. Harding leads Amazon Web Services (AWS) Department of Defense (DoD) Security and Compliance program. In this role, his team supports the authorization of AWS cloud services for DoD Impact Levels 4, 5, and 6 and prepares AWS to be compliant with the new DoD security requirement, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Prior to AWS, Mr. Harding held various leadership roles with Kearney & Company, KPMG, IBM, and PWC and led security and control assessments for CIOs and Inspector Generals in the federal government. Mr. Harding’s has led engagement teams to perform Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) assessments, privacy reviews, Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements (SSAE) No. 18 engagements, IT general control reviews, application control reviews, compliance evaluations of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) implementations, and network security penetration tests (ethical hacking). Mr. Harding also has supported numerous Federal Financial Statement Audits (FSAs) and conducted Information Technology (IT) controls testing in accordance with the Government Accountability Office’s (GAO) Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (FISCAM). In addition to his responsibilities at AWS, Mr. Harding is actively involved in the information security field. He has taught a CISA Review Class twice a year for the past 20 years on behalf of the Washington, D.C., Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Chapter, as well as a review course for the Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) exam. Mr. Harding also is actively involved with the Federal IT Security Institute, teaching an IT auditor review course for the FITSP:A certification. For both ISACA and FITSI, Mr. Harding has developed teaching materials and courseware to aid participants in passing the CISA and FITSP:A exams.

Jim Wiggins

CISSP, ISSEP, CISM, CISM, SCNA, SCNP, CAP, IAM, IEM, SSCP, CEH, ECSA, CHFI, LPT, TICSA, CIWSA, Security+, and MCSE: Security and FITSP-M

Jim possesses over 17 years direct experience in the design, operation, management, and auditing of information technology systems, with the past 13 years focused on information systems security. He has an extensive background in technical education and specializes in security certification courses targeted at federal and government contracting clients. Additionally, Jim is the executive director of the Federal IT Security Institute (FITSI). FITSI is a 501(c)6, non-profit organization that provides a role-based IT security certification program targeted at the federal workforce.Jim is also the executive director of the FITSI Foundation. The FITSI Foundation is a 501(c)3 public charity that is running the Wounded Warrior Cyber Combat Academy (W2CCA).In 2011, the Federal Information Systems Security Educators® Association (FISSEA) named him "Educator of the Year" for the impact he is making in the federal workforce.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Materials Provided During the Course

Participants receive a Study Guide to help them prepare for the CISA exam. The Study Guide contains a presentation, a case study, and 20 quiz questions for each domain in the official CISA Review Manual. The Study Guide contains additional material such as suggested study approach, exam taking tips, list of "must know" vocabulary terms, and other suggested readings to aid participants in their exam preparation.

Study Materials

The instructors highly recommend that students purchase the CISA Review Manual and the CISA Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database - 12 Month. 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

Special Instructions

Cancellation and Refund Policy:

If ISACA GWDC cancels the event, all registrants will be notified as soon as possible through email at the email address provided during registration. Full refunds will be provided.

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 32 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Information Technology. The ISACA® Greater Washington, D.C. 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

CPE-Related Details:

Delivery Method: Group Internet-Based. Zoom link delivered with registration.
Prior to the event, participants must install the Zoom app in their respective devices. Participants using the web-based Zoom or calling via the phone may not be entitled to CPE credits.
Participants must respond to all the poll questions via the Zoom polling feature or chat log in order to receive NASBA CPE credits.
ISACA Greater Washington, D.C. will not be responsible for the participant’s inability to respond to the polls.
Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
Program Knowledge Level: Basic
Field of Study: Information Technology - Technical

Complaint Policy:

CISA Spring Review 2021 Course

March 19, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTORS | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | COURSE REGISTRATION

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC next CISA Spring Review Course 2021 is ready to go! We are sponsoring an intensive 4-day review course for the Certified Information System Auditor® (CISA) Exam. The CISA Spring Review Course 2021 will provide practical advice on preparing for the CISA exam and specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CISA as defined by ISACA® International.

The dates of the CISA Spring Review Course 2021 are four (4) consecutive Saturdays; June 5 - 26 @ 8:30 am to 5 pm eastern.

Course Location: Online with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CISA Exam window. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CISA exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

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 Exam Registration

Re-take Discount

» Discount Details

AGENDA

Day 1

Module 1 - The Process of Auditing Information Systems

Module 2 - Governance and Management of IT

Day 2

Module 3 - Information Systems Acquisition, Development, and Implementation

Day 3

Module 4 - Information Systems Operations, Maintenance, and Support

Day 4

Module 5 - Protection of Information Assets

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS

Jim Wiggins

CISSP, ISSEP, CISM, CISM, SCNA, SCNP, CAP, IAM, IEM, SSCP, CEH, ECSA, CHFI, LPT, TICSA, CIWSA, Security+, and MCSE: Security and FITSP-M

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Materials Provided During the Course

Study Materials

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

Special Instructions

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 32 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Specialized Knowledge. The ISACA® GWDC 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: http://www.learningmarket.org.

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPEs will be distributed along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present the full four days to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
Program Knowledge Level: None
Delivery Method:Group Internet Based (Virtual)

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If you are unable to attend an event, you can cancel your registration. Cancellations must be received two weeks before the class start date. A $15 cancellation fee is charged.

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CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course

March 19, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTOR | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | REGISTRATION DETAILS

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC is bringing back our CRISC Spring Review 2021 course, this year virtually! The CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course is an intensive 3-day review course for the ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Controls™ (CRISC) Exam. The CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CRISC exam as well as specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CRISC as defined by ISACA® Global. Don't miss out on our great CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course!

The CRISC Spring Review 2021 Course dates are: Three consecutive Saturdays May 1, 8, and 15 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm eastern.

Location: Virtual with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CRISC Exam window. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CRISC exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

Registration for the CRISC exam is administered by ISACA, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

» Details on Exam Registration

Re-Take Discount

» Discount Details

AGENDA

Day 1

Introduction
IT Risk Identification (Domain 1)

Day 2

IT Risk Assessment (Domain 2)
Risk Response and Mitigation (Domain 3)

Day 3

Risk and Control Monitoring and Reporting (Domain 4)
Practice Tests

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Jim Wiggins

CISSP-ISSEP, CISM, CISA, CySA+, SCNA, SCNP, CAP, IAM, IEM, SSCP, CEH, ECSA, CHFI, LPT, TICSA, CIWSA, Security+, and MCSE: Security and FITSP-M

Currently, as a contractor, Jim provides education and training support for the Federal Network Resilience Division at DHS and its Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation program.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Study Materials

The students should consider purchasing the CRISC Review Manual and the CRISC Review Questions, Answers, and Explanations Database - 12 Month. Below are the study materials available for purchase from the ISACA Bookstore:

CRISC Review Manual
CRISC Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
CRISC 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

Special Instructions

CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 21 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Specialized Knowledge. The ISACA® GWDC 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: http://www.learningmarket.org.

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPEs will be distributed along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present the full three days to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.
Program Knowledge Level: None
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based (Virtual)

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Costs

GWDC Members: $400

Other ISACA Members: $550

Non-Members: $800

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We encourage early registration, as some events sell out.

To register, click the green "Click to Register" button in the "Details" section below.

Cancellation

If you are unable to attend an event, you can cancel your registration. To receive a refund, cancellations must be received at least two weeks before the class start date. A $15 cancellation fee is charged.

To cancel, log into the My Registration page linked in your confirmation e-mail and click the UNREGISTER link.

CISM Spring Review 2021 Course

March 13, 2021 by Ken

EXAM REGISTRATION | INSTRUCTOR | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | REGISTRATION DETAILS

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The ISACA GWDC is back with our CISM Spring Review 2021 course. The CISM Spring Review 2021 course is an intensive 3-day review course for the ISACA Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM) Exam. The CISM Spring Review 2021 course will provide practical advice on preparing for the CISM exam and specific instruction regarding the job practice areas addressed by CISM as defined by ISACA® Global.

The dates of the CISM Spring Review 2021 course are: three consecutive Saturdays April 17, April 24, and May 1 @ 9:00 am to 5:00 pm eastern.

Location: Online with the link provided after registration.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

This event is intended for anyone sitting for the CISM Exam. Students are expected to have prepared for the exam prior to attending the course.

EXAM REGISTRATION

The CISM exam will be offered via Computer-Based Testing (CBT).

Registration for the CISM exam is administered by ISACA®, not the GWDC. Registering for this review course does not register you for the exam.

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Re-take Discount

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AGENDA

Day 1
Module 1 - Information Security Governance

Module 2 - Information Risk Management and Compliance

Day 2
Module 3 - Information Security Program Development and Management

Module 4 - Information Security Incident Management

Day 3
Module 5 - Exam Preparation Strategies

MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Noel Nazario

CISM

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Materials Provided During the Course

Study Materials

CISM Review Manual
CISM Review Questions, Answers & Explanations Manual
CISM 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

Special Instructions

All Students: The instructors request all students bring the CISM Review Manual to each class.

Requests for Assistance: If you require assistance for an audio, visual, or other disability, please contact the certifications@isaca-gwdc[.]org to discuss your needs as soon as possible. We need as much advance notice as possible to determine whether requests can be accommodated. Thank You.

CPE INFORMATION

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPEs will be distributed along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present the full three days to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Students should have already started studying for the exam and should have purchased at least the CISM Review Manual prior to attending the first session.
Program Knowledge Level: None
Delivery Method: Group Internet Based (Virtual)

REGISTRATION DETAILS

Costs

GWDC Members: $350

Other ISACA Members: $500

Non-Members: $700

» Become an ISACA Member

We encourage early registration, as some events sell out.

To register, click the green "Click to Register" button in the "Details" section below.

Cancellation

If you are unable to attend an event, you can cancel your registration. Cancellations must be received two weeks before the class start date. A $15 cancellation fee is charged.

To cancel, log into the My Registration page linked in your confirmation e-mail and click the UNREGISTER link.

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training – Fall 2020 (Multi-Day Event)

September 15, 2020 by Ken

INSTRUCTOR | ADDITIONAL DETAILS | CPE INFORMATION | REGISTRATION DETAILS

DETAILS

Cybersecurity is a growing and rapidly changing field that touches every part of our lives. It is critical that cybersecurity concepts are understood by everyone from developers to audit professionals who are involved and concerned with the security implications of Information Technologies (IT). The CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training is designed for this purpose, as well as to provide insight into the importance of cybersecurity, and the integral role of cybersecurity professionals. Designed as a foundational course, this CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training will also prepare learners for the CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Exam.

Attendance at this CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training will not guarantee passing any ISACA offered certification.

By registering you consent to have your name and e-mail address shared with ISACA International. The information will be used in accordance with any applicable laws or regulations governing the collection, receipt, retention and transfer of such attendee Information.

Don't miss out on our other events also!!

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training - Who Should Attend

This course is ideal if you need to gain an understanding of foundational concepts and terminology, and the integral role of cyber security professionals in protecting enterprise data and infrastructure. The Course is also recommended for newcomers to the field who would like to prepare for the Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate exam.

AGENDA

Cybersecurity Introduction & Overview
Cybersecurity Concepts
Security Architecture Principles
Security of Networks, Systems, Applications and Data
Incident Response
Security Implications & Adoption of Evolving Technology

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training - MEET THE INSTRUCTOR

Sushila Nair

Senior Director, NTT DATA

CISSP CISM CRISC CISA

Sushila Nair has been certified by ISACA International to teach CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Workshop and specializes in cybersecurity, risk, and audit services. Sushila Nair serves on the Board of Directors for the Greater Washington, D.C. ISACA Chapter and has presented at CACS, BrightTALK, Seguruinfo and many other international events.

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training - ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Location - Zoom meeting link shared after registration.

Requests for Assistance: If you require assistance for an audio, visual, or other disability, please contact the event planner to discuss your needs as soon as possible. We need as much advance notice as possible to determine whether requests can be accommodated. Thank You.

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training - CPE INFORMATION

Earn up to 14 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Specialized Knowledge. The ISACA® GWDC 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: http://www.learningmarket.org.

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPEs will be distributed along with the event evaluation survey after the completion of the event. Attendees must be present the full two days to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: None
Program Knowledge Level: None
Delivery Method: Virtual - Zoom Meeting

CSX Cybersecurity Fundamentals Training - REGISTRATION DETAILS

Cost

F/T GWDC Students: $100

GWDC Members: $300

Other ISACA Members: $350

Non-Members: $400

» Become an ISACA Member

Register by October 2nd!

We encourage early registration, as some events sell out.

To register, click the green "Click to Register" button in the "Details" section below.

Cancellation

If you are unable to attend an event, you can cancel your registration. To receive a refund, all cancellations must be received by October 2nd. A $15 cancellation fee is charged.

To cancel, log into the My Registration page linked in your confirmation e-mail and click the UNREGISTER link.

Public Cloud: The Good, The Risks, The Audit

August 17, 2020 by Jose Torres

DETAILS

Come to our Work Securely Webinar 2020 on April 8th 2020 at 12:00pm

The global public cloud computing market is set to exceed $330 billion in 2020. Federal Agencies are rapidly accelerating the adoption of cloud-based services. Our speakers will highlight the latest trends and audit techniques.

This conference will enable participants to learn about the latest trends in cloud computing. Learn from leaders in the public and private sector as they share to you their insights from cloud implementation to its security.

Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) is co-hosting the event and will provide an expert panel to discuss cybersecurity concerns.

TOPICS

Why You're Losing the Cyber Battle and How Embracing the Cloud Will Help You Fight Back

Presented by: Matt Soseman

Join us as Matt Soseman a Cyber Security Architect from Microsoft discusses the issues that we are facing today with cloud with a visit at where we have been, what the blockers are, and where we are going. He'll dive into how cloud migration isn't the issue, but how to use public cloud to protect/detect/respond to cyber threats while maintaining (even increasing) compliance. Learn how public cloud fights cyber attacks on your behalf, and helps you comply with the law of the land but most importantly how it can transform your business. Adoption of cloud is important, but how you get there is through aligning to business outcomes to reach the vision.

Cloud Cyber Security Panel

A panel of cyber security experts will discuss the Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) publication: “Top Threats to Cloud Computing The Egregious 11.” The panel will include two CSA representatives, Bob Gourley and Dr. Mari Spina. The third member is Sushila Nair, Vice President, Security Portfolio, NTT DATA. Misconfiguration, access control, account hijacking, and other threats will be discussed in depth given the current environment. There will be a Q&A period for attendees to ask questions.

Panelists:
- Dr. Mari Spina; Research Committee Chair, Cloud Security Alliance
- Bob Gourley; Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, OODA LLC
- Sushila, Nair, Vice President, Security Portfolio, NTT DATA

Moderator:
- Scott Vachal; Client Executive, Soter Cloud Solutions

Auditing the Cloud

Presenter: Loren Schwartz

The Federal Government agencies are rapidly moving to the Cloud. This presents the auditor with new challenges to accurately audit their systems. Also, working with federal agencies requires what most consider a second language. During this presentation Mr. Schwartz will sort through the jargon and alphabet soup of Cloud environments including CSP, IaaS, SaaS, AWS, PaaS, FedRamp, DaaS, JAB, DBaaS, and help guide you through an approach to auditing your agencies adoption of a cloud service provider. As we discuss potential audit approaches, we will consider the nature of the cloud service and the roles and responsibilities of the cloud provider and the procuring agency.

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Who should attend?

Any professional in the Information Security / Assurance industry, including IT auditors, IT consultants, and general IT professionals with exposure to or looking to get exposure to cloud computing initiatives.

MEET THE PRESENTERS

Matt Soseman

Senior Security Architect, Microsoft

Matt Soseman is a Senior Security Architect based in San Diego, CA working with Microsoft partners and their customers to help them realize the business opportunity in Cyber Security and how to lower risk and increase posture that leads to new business outcomes. Matt has held multiple roles within Microsoft over the last 10 years in areas of Partner Marketing and Microsoft Consulting Services focused on delivering Cyber Security, Compliance, and Enterprise Mobility solutions to enterprises across both public and private sector. Prior to Microsoft, Matt delivered world class mobility consulting and training to Fortune 50 customers and government agencies at BlackBerry and built business transforming Unified Communications solutions at Sprint.

Bob Gourley

Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer, OODA LLC

Bob Gourley is the co-founder and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence consultancy OODA LLC. OODA is the publisher of CTOvision.com and OODALoop.com.
Bob previously founded Crucial Point LLC, a technology research and advisory firm.
Bob’s first career was as a naval intelligence officer, which included operational tours in Europe and Asia. Bob was the first Director of Intelligence (J2) at DoD’s cyber defense organization JTF-CND.
Following retirement from the Navy Bob was an executive with TRW and Northrop Grumman, and then returned to government service as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).
Bob was named one of the top 25 most influential CTOs in the globe by Infoworld. He was selected for AFCEAs award for meritorious service to the intelligence community, and was named by Washingtonian as one of DC’s “Tech Titans.” Bob was named one of the “Top 25 Most Fascinating Communicators in Government IT” by the Gov2.0 community GovFresh.

Dr. Mari Spina

Research Committee Chair, Cloud Security Alliance DC

Dr. Mari Spina is a Member of the Board of Directors for the Cloud Security Alliance DC Chapter and Chair of the Chapter's Research Committee. She joined The MITRE Corporation in 2014 and has been supporting a multitude of MITRE Federal sponsors including DoD and the IC in the area of Cloud Security. At MITRE, she is a Principle Cybersecurity Engineer, leads the Cloud Security Capability Area, and teaches Cloud Security for the MITRE Institute. She has also taught Information and Cloud Technology courses for the George Washington University. Before joining MITRE, she worked for an array of government engineering firms including Hughes Aircraft, SAIC, ManTech, NJVC, and DMI since 1988 where she provided IT systems engineering to a variety of Federal agency missions including those of the Intelligence Community and the DoD. Mari holds a D.Sc. in Engineering Management from the George Washington University, a MSEE from the University of Southern California, and a BSME from California State University Northridge. She is also PMI PMP and ISC2 CISSP, ISSEP, and CCSP certified.

Sushila Nair

Vice President, Security Portfolio, NTT DATA

Sushila Nair is on the board of the GWDC, the Greater Washington, D.C. Chapter of ISACA and plays an active role in supporting best practices and skills development within the cybersecurity community. Sushila has worked as a Chief Information Security Officer for ten years and has twenty years’ experience in computing infrastructure, business and security. Sushila has consulted in many diverse areas including telecommunications, risk analysis, credit card fraud, and has served as a legal expert witness. She has worked with the insurance industry in Europe and America on methods of underwriting e-risk insurance based on ISO27001. She has published numerous articles in the computing press on risk and security, and has spoken at Segurinfo, CACS, TechMentor, FinSec and many other global technical events on diverse subjects ranging from managing risk to designing security baselines.

Scott Vachal

Client Executive, Soter Cloud Solutions

Scott Vachal applies his more than 30 years of financial, managerial, and cyber security experience to assist mid-sized companies transition to the cloud environment. Financial analysis has been a primary thread through his career. Mr. Vachal consulted for such companies as AT&T, Dun & Bradstreet, after obtaining his MBA in Quantitative Studies and Masters in Management of Secure Information Systems. Mr. Vachal created, built, and sold Meridian Cyber Defense, which provided IT and cyber security support to the SMB market. He currently is a Client Executive for Soter Cloud Solutions.

Loren Schwartz

Cotton & Company, LLP - Information Assurance Partner, CPA, CISSP, CISA

Loren Schwartz joined Cotton & Company in May 2002 and was elected a partner in April 2003. Loren has more than 20 years of diversified information system audit, financial and operational audit, privacy, and risk management consulting experience. He directs many of the firm’s major information technology reviews and audits.

Loren’s experience includes directing and participating in a wide range of system reviews, Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) audits, financial statement audits, process re-engineering improvement projects, and audits of internal management controls of automated information systems. He has directed projects with clients ranging in size from start-up entrepreneurial organizations to Fortune 500 organizations. His industry experience includes both commercial and governmental clients. He also has conducted speaking engagements for well-known industry organizations on a variety of Information Technology (IT) -related topics.

Loren holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. He is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). He is an active member of the following professional organizations, including:
- American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
- Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA) (Washington, DC Chapter)

He also is a Board Member at Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Greater Washington, DC. Mr. Schwartz resides in Northern Virginia with his wife and three children. He enjoys spending time with his family and traveling.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

Special Instructions

Presentations: Conference presentations will be included in the registrants' final event-related email message containing the CPE certificate and evaluation survey when permission is received from the presenter and their organization. In some cases, permission is not received.

Cancellation

If you are unable to attend this event, you can cancel your registration. To receive a refund, all cancellations must be received by September 15, 2020. A $15 cancellation fee is charged.

To cancel, access your payment confirmation e-mail message and click the UNREGISTER link.

If your organization is interested in being an event sponsor, please take a look at the five (5) various event sponsorship packages and click this sponsorship link to become a sponsor.

CPE Information

Earn up to 2 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) credits in the area of Specialized Knowledge. In order to receive CPE credits, participants must respond to all questions in Zoom. Failure to respond to questions in may result in the attendee not being granted CPE credits. Zoom display names must reconcile with the Cvent registration. Participants are responsible to configuring their Zoom application prior to the event. Phone participants will not be entitled to CPE credits. The ISACA® GWDC 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: http://www.learningmarket.org.

CPE Distribution and Evaluation Survey

CPE's will be distributed via e-mail along with the event evaluation survey by September 30, 2020. Attendees must be present the full day to receive full CPE credit.

CPE-Related Details

Prerequisites and Advance Preparation: Install and configure Zoom to ensure that the Zoom handle exactly reconciles with the Cvent registration name, and that responses to the poll questions can be performed.
Program Knowledge Level: N/A
Delivery Method: Group-based online