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Top 6 cybersecurity books for IT auditors

Introduction

Like many other information security professionals, you probably have a library of books on the topic of your career choice. Not only that, but like many others, yours is probably not as complete as you would like. 

This article will detail the top six books that IT auditors need to have in their libraries. We will explore what the book is about, a little about the author and other information that will help you decide whether to add these books to your library.

1. “Auditor’s Guide to IT Auditing” by Richard E. Cascarino

This book belongs in every IT auditor’s personal library as it is perhaps one of the most on-point and practical books written on the subject of IT auditing today. Author Richard E. Cascarino holds a CISM certification, is a member of ISACA and helped spearhead auditing into South Africa. 

This book intends to be a sort of lens into different techniques of IT auditing for effectiveness and efficiency. It is filled with real-world case studies which present the reader with a workable implementation of the principles and techniques contained within. 

Having been described as a “reality check” for every IT auditor, this book will help IT auditors ensure they are examining the right issues with the right amount of focus. This second edition features an increased focus on the cloud, which many may find both relevant and helpful.

2. “IT Audit, Control, and Security” by Robert R. Moeller

Coming in at a close second, this book examines the nexus between IT auditing, controls and security. Author Robert R. Moeller is the founder of an internal audit consulting firm (Compliance and Control Systems Associates), the former chair of AICPA’s Computer Audit Subcommittee and former National Director of Computer Auditing with Grant Thornton. 

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