Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 1154

The PRIMARY role of an IS auditor in the remediation of problems found during an audit engagement is to:

Answer options

• A. present updated policies to management for approval.
• B. explain the findings and provide general advice.
• C. take ownership of the problems and oversee remediation efforts.
• D. help auditee management by providing the solution.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is B because the IS auditor's role primarily involves clarifying findings and offering general recommendations rather than taking direct ownership or providing specific solutions. Options A and D suggest taking actions that go beyond an auditor's typical responsibilities, while C implies a level of ownership that is not appropriate for an auditor's role.