IT Compliance and Controls: Best Practices for Implementation (Hardcover)

~ James J. DeLuccia IV (Author)
Key Phrases: control objectives, technology strategy orchestration, enterprise risk analysis, United States, Information Security, Federal Information System Controls Audit Manual (more...)

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IT Compliance and Controls offers a structured architectural approach, a 'blueprint in effect,' for new and seasoned executives and business professionals alike to understand the world of compliance?from the perspective of what the problems are, where they come from, and how to position your company to deal with them today and into the future.

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IT Compliance and Controls Best Practices for Implementation

A considerable degree of attention has been placed on organizations to improve and disclose the state of Information Technology (IT) internal controls within the United States as a result of several regulations, most prominently, the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section 404. Whether the result of a newly induced government mandate, a recent court ruling, industry trade groups, or from concerned stakeholders in the organization, these regulations have the ability to disrupt business. But no matter what the source, organizations are being strongly encouraged to have IT internal controls and to disclose these to the requesting parties. Dispensing invaluable insight into the complex world of interweaving government and industry mandates from around the world, IT Compliance and Controls provides a road map to effectively answer the question, "How much is enough?"

Providing CIOs, CTOs, IT auditors, audit managers, and IT managers with an in-depth analysis of the leading influencers, the regulations, and the available frameworks and guidance documents, IT Compliance and Controls begins with a discussion of the challenges enterprises face in adopting internal controls—including how to sell an IT control framework to upper management andhow to identify the appropriate controls for the organization—and offers tips and techniques to manage these controls. The book also presents the most important and effective controls being relied upon in the United States and abroad, and validated by auditor tests.

Author James DeLuccia takes a practical approach to evaluating the organization's IT internal control needs and merges these with the regulated mandates as he develops a plan for achieving a balance of business and assurance. The book includes a thorough breakdown of a core set of principles, showing readers how to implement these best practices successfully within their own organizations. It concludes with a discussion of the future of IT internal controls, the challenges that lay ahead, and the technology being employed to enhance the quality and contribution of these control environments.

Written to enlighten those with senior responsibilities on the impact of the technological relationships being established around the world, IT Compliance and Controls provides readers with an in-depth understanding of the business drivers as well as a guided approach to presenting and communicating IT control needs to those at the executive level and board of directors.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 274 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (April 4, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470145013
• ISBN-13: 978-0470145012
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #517,324 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars IT Compliance and Controls, September 24, 2008

By	Chester D. Slodowick (Dallas, TX) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a must have for business professionals who are looking to develop awareness and deeper insight into IT controls and regulatory compliance. DeLuccia does an excellent job describing the compliance and regulatory environment that so many public and private companies face today in their industries. The information is presented in a way that readers can easily grasp and understand and the author also shares several solutions using his practical experience on how to effectively manage these compliance issues day in and day out. DeLuccia has a very solid understanding of the business risks associated with each IT related government and industry mandate and he uses a risk based approach to help organizations identify and prioritize initiatives to help streamline remediation efforts by aligning requirements and developing an enterprise IT control framework to manage the process. This book is a wealth of information for directors, managers and C-level executives who are interested in learning more about IT compliance and controls, or anyone who is wanting to develop strategies and techniques for solving the compliance issues.