The primary role of an IS auditor during the system design
phase of an application development project is to:
A. advise on specific and detailed control procedures.
B. ensure the design accurately reflects the requirement.
C. ensure all necessary controls are included in the initial
design.
D. advise the development manager on adherence to the schedule.
Answer / guest
Answer: C
The duty of the IS auditor is to ensure that required
controls are included. Unless specifically present as a
consultant, the IS auditor should not be involved in
detailed designs. During the design phase, the IS auditor's
primary role is to ensure controls are included. Unless
there is any potential slippage to report, the IS auditor is
not concerned with project control at this stage.
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