Isaca CISA Online Practice Questions and Exam Preparation

Isaca CISA Online Questions & Answers

• Question 1931:

  Which of the following environments is BEST used for copying data and transformation into a compatible data warehouse format?

  A. Testing
  B. Replication
  C. Staging
  D. Development
  C. Staging

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  Explanation

  The best environment for copying data and transforming it into a compatible data warehouse format is the staging environment. The staging environment is a temporary area where data from various sources are extracted, transformed, and loaded (ETL) before being moved to the data warehouse. The staging environment allows for data cleansing, validation, integration, and standardization without affecting the source or target systems. The testing environment is not suitable for copying data and transforming it into a compatible data warehouse format, as it is used for verifying and validating the functionality and performance of applications or systems. The replication environment is not suitable for copying data and transforming it into a compatible data warehouse format, as it is used for creating identical copies of data or systems for backup or recovery purposes. The development environment is not suitable for copying data and transforming it into a compatible data warehouse format, as it is used for creating or modifying applications or systems.

  References: CISA Review Manual, 27th Edition, pages 475-4761 CISA Review Questions, Answers and Explanations Database, Question ID: 2642

• Question 1932:

  An IT balanced scorecard is the MOST effective means of monitoring:

  A. governance of enterprise IT.
  B. control effectiveness.
  C. return on investment (ROI).
  D. change management effectiveness.
  A. governance of enterprise IT.

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  Explanation

  An IT balanced scorecard is a strategic management tool that aligns IT objectives with business goals and measures the performance of IT processes using key performance indicators (KPIs). It is the most effective means of monitoring governance of enterprise IT, which is the process of ensuring that IT supports the organization's strategy and objectives. Governance of enterprise IT covers aspects such as IT value delivery, IT risk management, IT resource management, and IT performance measurement. An IT balanced scorecard can help monitor these aspects and provide feedback to improve IT governance.

  References: ISACA Frameworks: Blueprints for Success, CISA Review Manual (Digital Version)

• Question 1933:

  Which of the following would BEST ensure that a backup copy is available for restoration of mission critical data after a disaster''

  A. Use an electronic vault for incremental backups
  B. Deploy a fully automated backup maintenance system.
  C. Periodically test backups stored in a remote location
  D. Use both tape and disk backup systems
  C. Periodically test backups stored in a remote location

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  Explanation

  The best way to ensure that a backup copy is available for restoration of mission critical data after a disaster is to periodically test backups stored in a remote location. Testing backups is essential to verify that the backup copies are valid, complete, and recoverable. Testing backups also helps to identify any issues or errors that may affect the backup process or the restoration of data. Storing backups in a remote location is important to protect the backup copies from physical damage, theft, or unauthorized access that may occur at the primary site. Using an electronic vault for incremental backups, deploying a fully automated backup maintenance system, or using both tape and disk backup systems are not sufficient to ensure that a backup copy is available for restoration of mission critical data after a disaster, as they do not address the need for testing backups or storing them in a remote location.

  References: Backup and Recovery of Data: The Essential Guide | Veritas, The Truth About Data Backup for Mission-Critical Environments - DATAVERSITY.

• Question 1934:

  An organization considering the outsourcing of a business application should FIRST:

  A. define service level requirements.
  B. perform a vulnerability assessment.
  C. conduct a cost-benefit analysis.
  D. issue a request for proposal (RFP).
  C. conduct a cost-benefit analysis.

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  Explanation

  An organization considering the outsourcing of a business application should first conduct a cost-benefit analysis to evaluate the feasibility, viability and desirability of the outsourcing decision. A cost-benefit analysis should compare the costs and benefits of outsourcing versus keeping the application in-house, taking into account factors such as financial, operational, strategic, legal, regulatory, security and quality aspects. A cost-benefit analysis should also identify the risks and opportunities associated with outsourcing, and provide a basis for defining the service level requirements, performing a vulnerability assessment, and issuing a request for proposal (RFP) in the subsequent stages of the outsourcing process.

  References: Info Technology and Systems Resources | COBIT, Risk, Governance ... - ISACA, CISA Certification | Certified Information Systems Auditor | ISACA

• Question 1935:

  An IS auditor has been invited to join an IT project team responsible for building and deploying a new digital customer marketing platform. Which of the following is the BEST way for the auditor to support this project while maintaining independence?

  A. Develop selection criteria for potential digital technology vendors.
  B. Conduct an industry peer benchmarking exercise and advise on alternative solutions.
  C. Conduct a risk assessment of the proposed initiative.
  D. Design controls based on current regulatory requirements for digital technologies.
  A. Develop selection criteria for potential digital technology vendors.

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  Explanation

• Question 1936:

  Which of the following findings would be of MOST concern to an IS auditor performing a review of an end-user developed application that generates financial statements?

  A. The application is not sufficiently supported by the IT department
  B. There is not adequate training in the use of the application
  C. There is no adequate user license for the application
  D. There is no control to ensure accuracy of the processed data
  D. There is no control to ensure accuracy of the processed data

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  Explanation

• Question 1937:

  Which of the following is the MOST important step in the development of an effective IT governance action plan?

  A. Setting up an IT governance framework for the process
  B. Conducting a business impact analysis (BIA)
  C. Measuring IT governance key performance indicators (KPIs)
  D. Preparing a statement of sensitivity
  A. Setting up an IT governance framework for the process

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  Explanation

• Question 1938:

  A white box testing method is applicable with which of the following testing processes?

  A. Integration testing
  B. Parallel testing
  C. Sociability testing
  D. User acceptance testing (UAT)
  A. Integration testing

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  Explanation

• Question 1939:

  Management disagrees with a finding in a draft audit report and provides supporting documentation. Which of the following should be the IS auditor's NEXT course of action?

  A. Document management's disagreement in the final report
  B. Evaluate the supporting documentation
  C. Escalate the issue with supporting documentation to senior management
  D. Finalize the draft audit report without changes
  B. Evaluate the supporting documentation

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  Explanation

• Question 1940:

  Which of the following would BEST guide an IS auditor when determining an appropriate time to schedule the follow-up of agreed corrective actions for reported audit issues?

  A. Progress updates indicate that the implementation of agreed actions is on track.
  B. Sufficient time has elapsed since implementation to provide evidence of control operation.
  C. Business management has completed the implementation of agreed actions on schedule.
  D. Regulators have announced a timeline for an inspection visit.
  B. Sufficient time has elapsed since implementation to provide evidence of control operation.

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  Explanation

  This is because the follow-up of agreed corrective actions for reported audit issues should be done after the auditee has had enough time to implement the corrective actions and demonstrate their effectiveness and sustainability. The follow-up audit should not be too soon or too late, but based on a reasonable and realistic timeframe that allows for adequate testing and verification of the control operation. Answer A. Progress updates indicate that the implementation of agreed actions is on track. is not the best answer, because progress updates are not sufficient to guide the follow-up audit timing. Progress updates are useful for monitoring and communicating the status and challenges of the corrective actions, but they do not provide conclusive evidence of the control operation. The follow-up audit should be based on actual results and outcomes, not on expectations or projections. Answer

  C. Business management has completed the implementation of agreed actions on schedule. is not the best answer, because the completion of the implementation of agreed actions is not enough to guide the follow-up audit timing. The completion of the implementation only indicates that the auditee has taken the necessary steps to address the audit issues, but it does not guarantee that the corrective actions are effective and sustainable. The follow-up audit should be based on the evaluation and validation of the control operation, not on the completion of the control implementation. Answer

  D. Regulators have announced a timeline for an inspection visit. is not the best answer, because the regulators' inspection visit is not relevant to guide the follow-up audit timing. The regulators' inspection visit is an external factor that may or may not coincide with the internal follow-up audit schedule. The follow-up audit should be based on the internal audit plan and objectives, not on the external audit requirements or expectations.