Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 187

Which of the following would be the BEST process for continuous auditing in a large financial institution?

Answer options

• A. Validating performance of help desk metrics
• B. Testing encryption standards on the disaster recovery system
• C. Performing parallel testing between systems
• D. Validating access controls for real time data systems

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is D because validating access controls for real-time data systems ensures that sensitive financial information is protected and that compliance is maintained. The other options, while important, do not directly address the continuous auditing of access controls, which is crucial in a financial institution.