A new regulation has been enacted that mandates specific information security practices for the protection of customer data. Which of the following is MOST useful for an IS auditor to review when auditing against the regulation?
A.
Compliance gap analysis
B.
Customer data protection roles and responsibilities
C.
Customer data flow diagram
D.
Benchmarking studies of adaptation to the new regulation
A compliance gap analysis provides the clearest and most direct insight into how well an organization aligns with new regulatory requirements, making it the most useful tool for an IS auditor performing a compliance audit.
the compliance gap analysis stands out as the most useful item for an IS auditor to review. It provides a clear, targeted assessment of compliance with the regulation’s specific information security requirements, ensuring the auditor can effectively evaluate and address any deficiencies in customer data protection.
When auditing against a new regulation mandating specific information security practices for the protection of customer data, a compliance gap analysis (option A) is the most useful for an IS auditor to review. A compliance gap analysis involves comparing the organization's current practices and controls against the requirements outlined in the regulation. This allows the auditor to identify any gaps or deficiencies in the organization's compliance with the regulation and assess the extent to which the organization meets the regulatory requirements. By conducting a compliance gap analysis, the auditor can provide valuable insights into areas where the organization needs to improve its information security practices to ensure compliance with the new regulation.
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