Which of the following activities would allow an IS auditor to maintain independence while facilitating a control self-assessment (CSA)?
Which of the following activities would allow an IS auditor to maintain independence while facilitating a control self-assessment (CSA)?
Independence is crucial for an IS auditor to maintain objectivity and provide unbiased assessments. Developing the CSA questionnaire involves designing the questions that will be used to evaluate controls but does not involve any decision-making or implementing changes. This role is purely preparatory and does not compromise the auditor’s independence. In contrast, implementing or developing a remediation plan and partially completing the CSA would involve direct participation in management functions, thus compromising independence.
C. Developing the CSA questionnaire
A, B is far beyond assessment activities. D is part of CSA activities so it hurts the independence.
C) will be the answer. Will not effect independence
Developing would be safe
Other options seem to be beyond IS auditor's responsibilities.
It allows the auditor to facilitate the CSA while maintaining independence.