Conducting an IT compliance audit

An IT compliance audit reviews the foundations of your IT environment, including IT general controls such as system access, operational processes, program changes, and backup and recovery procedures. These checks help ensure systems are secure, reliable, and operating correctly—especially in regulated industries where data integrity and financial accuracy are critical.

Cybersecurity and regulatory audits focus on protecting the organisation from threats and legal risks. Cybersecurity audits assess defences like firewalls, encryption, and incident response plans, while regulatory audits confirm compliance with laws and standards related to data privacy, financial reporting, and sensitive information. Together, they help reduce vulnerabilities, avoid penalties, and build trust.

Governance, third-party, and disaster recovery audits ensure long-term resilience and accountability. Governance audits align IT strategy with business goals, vendor audits assess risks from external partners, and disaster recovery audits test the organisation’s ability to respond to disruptions. Combined, these audits support smarter decision-making, business continuity, and sustainable operations.