Why Excel is so Old-School and how to be Cool-School

Cool School -vs- Old School compares assessments done with Excel and the IT Audit Machine.
We get it. We completely understand why you still use Excel as an assessment and audit tool. We suffered through it just the same but we believe that working smarter and not harder which is why we invented ITAM.

The IT Audit Machine (ITAM) is the patent pending, industry changing assessment questionnaire creation tool designed specifically for the governance, risk and compliance (GRC) market space but where infinite possibilities exist even outside of the GRC and cybersecurity realms due to the intelligence and simplicity of the patent pending ITAM application framework.

Typical usage includes Audit and Compliance Assessments associated with FedRAMP, PCI DSS, HIPAA, Sarbanes Oxley, ISO 27001 and all others; Risk Management Assessments associated with ISO 27005, NIST Special Publications and all others; and Governance and Policy Development to describe a few but not all possible use cases.

Excel has big limits in space, accessibility, presentation, sustainability and formatting making it a poor choice for assessment and audit work. ITAM has flipped that paradigm upside-down with Big Data management, collaborative SaaS access, theme driven aesthetics, long term analytics and trending functionality, intelligent logic and notifications and so much more.

Our GRC solutions break industry paradigms that have plagued both client organizations and service providers alike. We’d like to show you how we have taken our real-world expertise and created GRC solutions that are being touted as game-changing technology. Call Continuum GRC software solutions today at 1-888-896-7580 and schedule a demonstration.

Simply put, Excel is so old-school and ITAM is so cool-school!

Visit ContinuumGRC.com to get more information about the IT Audit Machine.

Reactive -vs- Proactive Impact

The impacts of Reactive -vs- Proactive cyber security is very real!

Reactive -vs- Proactive; is there really a benefit to business? After correlating years worth of industry data the business and consumer impacts are quite clear but illustrating this information is difficult. We have created this infographic to help you make the business case for being proactive about security. After all … Lazarus Alliance is Proactive Cyber Security®!

Reactive -vs- Proactive Cyber Security Impacts

What should be painfully obvious is that by taking proactive steps you avoid about 96% of all breach potential. While there is no such thing as a perfect solution you will be significantly less susceptible to cyber crime and not as likely to be in a reactive response.

While holistic governance in security, privacy, risk and cyber-law is increasingly complex and you are charged with delivering GRC guidance to your organization that they understand. The security industry has been conditioned to accept the “inevitable breach” and engage a reactive incident response plan. We have changed that paradigm in part with ITAM. The IT Audit Machine gives you everything you need to succeed. The Americas, Europe, Asia, MENA or wherever strong IT security policies and holistic GRC is needed and we deliver the foundation your company needs.

Why should only big business be able to afford world class technology security executive representation? You retain attorneys and accountants to perform complex tasks and represent you; retain technology security executive services and subject matter experts just the same!

Lazarus Alliance brings internationally recognized expert technology security executives to work for you. Your Personal CXO ® is the global hot-spot for retaining the services of the best and brightest subject matter experts in Cyberspace Law, IT Security and operations, IT Risk and Governance, Compliance, Policy and more!

Our clients range range from start-ups on up to multinational corporations from all business sectors from all around the world. We can help your organization too! If your company depends on technology for the success of your business; and what company does not in our technically connected global business community? You need qualified proactive cyber security assistance to implement effective controls and countermeasures.

Lazarus Alliance Cybervisors® are here to help!

The alternative may be that your company is on the next industry breach report and you are stepping down from your position because you could have done more to protect your company.

Senior IT Auditor: Lazarus Alliance Employment Opportunity

Lazarus Alliance is Proactive Cyber Security Services

We are excited that you are interested in this Lazarus Alliance Employment Opportunity. Please review these position highlights and complete the form below to initiate your consideration for employment.

Job Location:

Candidates must be United States citizens and reside within the continental United States to be considered.

Job Responsibilities:

In this position, you will be responsible for conducting IT audits, integrated IT/operations audits, Compliance testing and special projects as assigned. You will lead audits and deliver recommendations that add value to, and improve the efficiency of company operations.

All Lazarus Alliance employees are responsible for assisting in business development.

Responsibilities Include (but are not limited to):

  • Plan and perform internal audits to assess control design and effectiveness for information systems and SOX controls testing as outlined in the Annual Internal Audit Plan.
  • Supervise Information Systems Internal Audit engagements, as assigned.
  • Prepare audit programs, work papers detailing audit procedures, and ensure adequate audit evidence in accordance with departmental and professional standards.
  • Communicate audit findings and opportunities for improvement to management.
  • Assist the external auditors, as applicable.
  • Perform special projects of varying complexity and business focus as directed by Internal Audit Management. Provide IT audit assistance on financial, operational, and integrated audits.
  • Act as a department liaison to various PetSmart business functions and committees as determined by Internal Audit Department Management.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with various control owners and other constituents throughout the organization.
  • Understand and assess the Information Systems (IS) business area objectives, risks and controls to ensure significant risks are identified and appropriate controls are established to reduce risk to an acceptable level.
  • Develop and maintain knowledge of emerging professional standards, regulatory initiatives, and IT and retail industry trends and threats.

Education Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business Administration, or other relevant analytical field.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in IS/IT audit, information security, and/or compliance.

Certification Required: One or more of the following certifications is required:

  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) (Lazarus Alliance will sponsor QSA certification holders.)
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
  • Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

General Experience Required:

  • Working knowledge of IS/IT Auditing and Internal Auditing concepts.
  • Familiarity with some but preferably all of our core assessment frameworks including: PCI DSS, FedRAMP, HIPAA, Sarbanes Oxley 404, SSAE 16, ISO 27000, Safe Harbor and CIP NERC standards and compliance requirements.
  • Experience with internal control frameworks, professional audit standards, leading practices, security and trust models, and guidelines (e.g. HORSE, COSO, COBIT, NIST, ISO).
  • Working knowledge of business management concepts (i.e. objectives, risks, and controls).
  • Proven experience documenting and performing a full audit program to completion.
  • Good understanding of technologies and controls including those related to OS, database, network, and application security.
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of management (technical and non-technical) and other colleagues, demonstrating strong initiative, mature judgment, professionalism, adaptability, and a customer service orientation.
  • Must possess a “can-do” attitude with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proactive in researching business best practice concepts in order to apply as appropriate.
  • Solid listening skills and ability to identify gaps in logic – inquisitive.
  • Strong planning, organization and time management skills.
  • Ability to work independently, productively and follow through on all responsibilities to bring projects to a successful conclusion.

Additional Training Provided by Lazarus Alliance:

Candidates will receive training in Lazarus Alliance proprietary technologies and methodologies unique to the industry including:

  • The IT Audit Machine®
  • The Policy Machine®
  • Continuum®
  • Your Personal CXO®
  • The Security Trifecta®
  • HORSE Project wiki®

About Lazarus Alliance:

Lazarus Alliance is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetics, and protected veteran status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Lazarus Alliance is Proactive Cyber Security®

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