What is ISACA®?
With more than 65,000 members in more than 140 countries, ISACA® (www.isaca.org) is a recognized worldwide
leader in IT governance, control, security and assurance. Founded in 1969, ISACA sponsors international
conferences, publishes the Information Systems Control Journal®, develops international information systems
auditing and control standards, and administers the globally respected Certified Information Systems Auditor™
(CISA®) designation, earned by more than 50,000 professionals since inception, and the Certified Information
Security Manager® (CISM®) designation, a groundbreaking credential earned by 6,500 professionals since it was
established in 2002.
The Information Systems Audit and Control Association® (ISACA®) is the only worldwide organization which
provides up-to-date information for professionals in the converging disciplines of auditing, data processing,
accounting, data security and quality assurance. ISACA® knows how essential professional networking, standards,
research, certification, continuing education and publications are in establishing and building professions.
That's why both the not-for-profit research and funding arm of the organization, IT Governance Institute®
(ITGI®), and the member services arm of ISACA® are devoted to nurturing and directing the changing environment
of professionals involved with the audit and control of computer based systems.
History
The Information Systems Audit and Control Association® (ISACA®) was established in 1969 as the EDP Auditors
Association (EDPAA). Since 1969, the organization has grown internationally to comprise over 170 chapters
with 65,000 members in 140 countries. Originally formed to address control issues within data processing,
ISACA now provides education and professional certification (Certified Information Systems Auditor™ - CISA®),
(Certified Information System Manager® - CISM®) conducts research, develops and publishes professional standards
and provides support to individuals and companies interested in the control of the ever-expanding world of
information technology.
The Denver Chapter
The Denver Chapter of ISACA® (formerly EDPAA) was founded in June 1976 with just a handful of members. Today,
the Denver chapter with over 500 members, is one of the largest chapters within the Southwestern Region. The
Denver Chapter contributes to the international organization with financial support and periodic hosting of
the International Conference, most recently in July 1999.
The Denver Chapter Mission
The Denver Chapter of ISACA® is a non-profit organization dedicated to the continued development and enhancement
of the information systems audit and control profession by providing benefits to its members and to the
professional community-at-large.
Member Benefits
- Discount on Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) exam registration fee, CISA maintenance fee, and materials for exam preparation
- Discounts on International Association sponsored conferences
- Subscription to the IS Audit & Control Journal
- Complimentary copy of CobiT (Control Objectives for Information Technology) framework and executive summary
- Discounts on Bookstore publications
- Subscription to the Global Communiqué
- Access to leading-edge research and academic relations
- Opportunities to participate on International Association committees
- Networking opportunities through regular Chapter meetings and technical sessions
- Educational seminars and workshops for continuing professional development
- Subscription to the chapter newsletter, The Silicon Mountaineer
- Participation in local board and committee activities
