IT Audit & Consultancy
Our IT Audit and Consultancy Services
We deliver a full range of IT auditing and consulting to assist organizations relying heavily on IT applications and automated systems in their day-to-day operations. We are well-positioned to assist banks, insurance companies and supermarket chains, retail stores, e-businesses, software and hardware vendors, data centers and sizable organizations with automated key controls to improve the use of bank core system, ERP systems, automated financial and business reporting. Our IT audit team could also lend support in the areas of statutory audits, due diligence and internal control reviews.
Our IT audit team helps address and identify issues related to IT-related risk for improvement of business operation. Our services provide an independent assessment of the effectiveness of IT-related internal controls and the extent of the objectives of IT governance achieved. We give you impartial professional views in formulating IT business plan and prioritizing IT projects to ensure that your business goals can be achieved through minimizing the risks of IT systems and applications.
Our strategic alliances with other successful IT consultancy firms and the strong technical support from our IT Audit Team of Crowe LLP in the United States enable us to offer unparalleled services for quality assurance of IT systems, minimizing potential losses arising from human errors and system defects. Our services include:
1. Assurance, Attestation & Readiness Servcies
2. IT Organization & Business Systems Effectiveness
3. Business Continuity Management (BCM)
4. IT Process Management
5. IT Security & Privacy Management
For details, please contact Ms Ester Ip at (tel) +852 2894 6191
1. Assurance, Attestation & Readiness Servcies
- focus on Information Systems General Control Reviews
- help clients meet compliance requirements like Sarbanes-Oxley Act
- prepare a risk-based IT internal audit plan (IT co-sourcing/outsourcing)
2. IT Organization & Business Systems Effectiveness
- adopt the IT governance tool, COBIT to address strategic alignment, compliance, risk and resources management, and Internal Controls-Integrated Framework, COSO to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of operations, reliability of financial reporting
3. Business Continuity Management (BCM)
- design a BCM framework that incorporates necessary business process recovery, disaster recovery, and crisis management
4. IT Process Management
- review existing tools and software used for user management, controls design and implementation, IT services and change management
5. IT Security & Privacy Management
- review the network and operating system’s security to address the issues of information security and privacy
- provide internal and external penetration testing to identify weaknesses in the IT security system
Advanced IT Audit Professional Services
Our advanced IT audit services focus on ensuring robust IT governance, cybersecurity resilience, and compliance with evolving regulatory requirements. We leverage industry best practices to deliver strategic insights that enhance IT security, risk management, and operational efficiency.
1. Cloud Security and Compliance
2. Cybersecurity Maturity Assessments
3. Regulatory and Compliance Audits
4. Third-party Risk Management
5. IT Asset and Configuration Management
6. Emerging Technology Risk Assessments
7. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Audits
8. Incident Response Planning and Testing
9. IT Governance Framework Implementation
10. Business Process Automation (BPA) Audits
Our Expertises
Our team of professionals is dedicated to delivering actionable insights and tailored audit solutions that empower businesses to navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving digital landscape. By leveraging advanced audit methodologies and strategic IT risk management, we enable organizations to strengthen their security posture and achieve operational excellence. We are proud to collaborate with a third-party professional IT consulting firm, which has assigned its esteemed expert, Matthew Leung, to support our initiatives. With his extensive experience and specialized expertise, Matthew Leung brings deep technical insight and exceptional audit support to our clients, ensuring our services remain at the forefront of the industry.
1. Cloud Security and Compliance
- Assess security configurations and data protection in cloud environments
- Ensure compliance with global cloud security standards
2. Cybersecurity Maturity Assessments
- Evaluate cybersecurity frameworks and incident response readiness
- Identify vulnerabilities and recommend mitigation strategies
3. Regulatory and Compliance Audits
- Perform assessments aligned with GDPR, CCPA, ISO 27001, and other standards
- Validate data governance and protection policies
4. Third-party Risk Management
- Assess vendor security practices and contractual compliance
- Implement risk-based monitoring frameworks
5. IT Asset and Configuration Management
- Conduct audits on IT asset lifecycle and inventory controls
- Optimize asset utilization and security configurations
6. Emerging Technology Risk Assessments
- Analyze risks associated with AI, blockchain, and IoT deployments
- Ensure technology adoption aligns with business objectives
7. Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Audits
- Examine processes and controls in software development
- Ensure adherence to best practices and regulatory requirements throughout the SDLC
8. Incident Response Planning and Testing
- Review and test incident response plans to ensure readiness
- Conduct tabletop exercises to enhance organizational incident response
9. IT Governance Framework Implementation
- Assist in establishing IT governance frameworks tailored to organizational needs
- Align IT strategy with business objectives to enhance decision-making processes
10. Business Process Automation (BPA) Audits
- Evaluate the effectiveness and risks of automated business processes
- Ensure automation aligns with organizational goals and compliance requirements