ISACA certifications included in WLA accreditation criteria

In its Guide to Certification for the WLA Security Control Standard, this international trade organisation included the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certifications as acceptable criteria for certified auditors seeking accreditation from the WLA Security and Risk Management Committee (SRMC) to conduct WLA Security Control Standard certification audits.

This follows the news that CISM was announced as a finalist in the 2012 SC Magazine Awards for Best Certification Program; winners will be announced in April.

Dr. Christos Dimitriadis, CISA, CISM, CRISC, Head of Information Security for INTRALOT, who has been working with WLA, explains, “ISACA’s certifications demonstrate that individuals are dedicated to delivering industry-accepted practices and have high professional standards. To gain qualification, they first need to prove that they’re serious about enhancing their professional knowledge and skills. They also prove that they are committed to continuously building their knowledge and skills.”

 “ISACA actively promotes ongoing professional development, ensuring that its members and certification holders are connected with the standards, resources, and a global network of colleagues to keep them abreast of the latest industry developments and at the top of their game.”

Allan Boardman, CISA, CISM, CGEIT, CRISC, CA (SA), ACA, chair of the ISACA Credentialing Board, adds, “These recognitions are further testament that holding an ISACA designation enhances professional recognition, credibility and, ultimately, earning potential. We are pleased to be recognized by WLA and will continue to provide our global constituency with the tools and opportunities they need to achieve individual and organisational success. “