Newsletter ISACA Global 02/2025 Dear Members, Please see the following information and offers, including many free CPE opportunities: RECOGNITION AND INSPIRATION Congratulations to the 2025 ISACA Award Recipients—Each year, ISACA recognizes outstanding contributions to the professional community. Congratulations to the winners of the Global Achievement Awards, 2025 ISACA Hall of Fame Class, Chapter Awards, and Certification Exam Top Scorers. View all awards and winners. Vote for the Eugene Frank Founders Award, ISACA’s top volunteer honor! This prestigious award is named for Eugene M. Frank, a founding member of ISACA in 1969. The recipient is selected annually by ISACA members from among the class of Hall of Fame inductees. Learn about Hall of Fame inductees and vote by 15 February! ISACA MISSION AND VISION Blog post: Kicking off 2025 with a New Mission and Vision—"Our new mission and vision is laser focused on our current and future members: you. You are at the heart of everything we do.” VIRTUAL CONFERENCE LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!—ISACA 2025 Virtual Conference—18-20 February 2025. Three days of regional IS/IT knowledge in three global time zones. Members receive a discount on registration. Save more! Contact your chapter and request a code for 30% off a one-day or global pass. Register by 7 February. Up to 19.5 CPE credits. CYBERSECURITY New certification for cybersecurity analysis: CCOA—ISACA recently launched a new certification for cybersecurity analysts: Certified Cybersecurity Operations Analyst (CCOA). The CCOA certification is for cybersecurity professionals with two to three years of technical experience—however, through hands-on labs, the domains cover relevant components for any cybersecurity professional. Exam passers will earn a one-year educational waver toward CISM—valuable support for a career path toward CISM. Learn more and discover member-only discounts. Article: Vital Protection in Digital Healthcare Webinar: Fortifying Microsoft 365 Against Costly Phishing Attacks: Insights from Recent Cyber Heists—3 April 2025, 11:00 am CT / 17:00 UTC. Microsoft 365 environments are particularly vulnerable to phishing attacks, making it critical for businesses to bolster their defenses with advanced, AI-driven protection. Learn how to protect your Microsoft 365 environment from advanced phishing attacks. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members). Proofpoint-sponsored webinar. One hour/one CPE (free for members). ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE White paper: Leveraging COBIT for Effective AI System Governance Webinar: Building the Business Case for AI—25 March 2025, 11:00 am CT / 17:00 This webinar focuses on effectively integrating AI within organizational frameworks, emphasizing the importance of aligning AI initiatives with business needs to drive positive ROI. Learn how to identify distractions caused by AI, structure AI business cases, and build actionable plans for adopting and integrating AI. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members). Article: Artificial Intelligence's Dual Role in Phishing Attacks ACADEMIA/AUDIT Academic Webinar: Empowering Future IT Auditors: The Foundation of IT Audit, 8 April, 11:00 am CT / 17:00 UTC. Learn how the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification aligns with industry standards and prepares IT auditors to address organizational risks, enhance control frameworks, and drive business value. Panelists will share how to integrate CISA content into academic curricula and workforce development programs to support industry demand for highly skilled IT auditors. One hour/one CPE (free for members). Register here. DIGITAL TRUST New, Unified Digital Experience for Digital Trust Products—ISACA has centralized all ISACA’s digital trust content and tools, significantly enhancing the ease of use and efficiency. Find everything you need in one place, without having to switch between different platforms. ISACA members receive discounts on the Digital Trust Ecosystem Framework, resources, and various tools. Don’t forget some that were mentioned last month: Still need to renew?—Renew before 15 February to avoid an additional fee. Contact ISACA Support if you have questions or need assistance. Webinar: Empower the CISO's Organization with ServiceNow—13 March 2025, 11:00 am CT / 17:00 Learn how new technologies like GenAI can enhance efficiency, transform operations, and strengthen your organization's security. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members). Webinar: Beyond IGA: Mastering Application Compliance in the Multi-Cloud Era—20 March 2025, 11:00 am CT / 17:00 Discover actionable strategies for streamlining governance during M&A and ensuring compliance in complex settings. Pathlock-sponsored webinar. Register here. One hour/one CPE (free for members).
