Press release from Business Wire India
Source: ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association )
Friday, July 23, 2010 04:24 PM IST (10:54 AM GMT)
Editors: General: People; Business: Accounting & management consultancy services, Business services, Information technology, Media & entertainment; Technology
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ISACA , Bangalore 13th Annual Karnataka Conference Showcases 'Risk Governance'
Two day conference takes off successfully today
Bangalore, Karnataka, India, Friday, July 23, 2010 -- (Business Wire India) -- The two day ISACA, Bangalore Annual Karnataka Conference on 'Risk Governance' kicked off today with key speakers from the industry addressing various aspects of the phenomenon. Prof Nara Srinivasan, (Professor of security and risk director, ECU - Emirates Center, Edith Cowan University, Perth) and Prof Sadagopan ( Founder Director - IIIT-B) were the first speakers of the day who addressed the audience on the subject at hand.
Prof Nara Srinivasan's presentation looked at the current challenges facing IT Governance and compared findings of several recent studies in trying to understand issues facing CIO's and CEO's in the same arena. Peppered with case studies his presentation drew focus on the research in the area and drew analysis on a global arena. He also touched upon corporate governance reforms and security related reforms in the field in a global context. Prof Sadagopan also stressed upon the fact that information security should be viewed holistically and not from a narrow perspective of tools and technologies as IT is impacting every one across the spectrum it is even more important now to engage the larger civic society.
The session was followed by other eminent speakers like Randeep S Chhabra (IBM India / South Asia-Business Manager) , Dr.S.Satchiadananda ( Founder & CEO - Srichid Techonologies ); Maheshwaran S , Senior Consultant, Websense , SAARC Region) ; Mukund Durange ( CEO - eGestalt India) ; Sri Lakshmi ( GM & Practice Head , Wipro) ; Jayaraj Puthanveedu ( VP-APAC Regional Head, Northern Trust Bank) ; Premnath (Array Networks) ; Nishith Seth ( Managing Director, Substratal Solutions). The day ended with Abhay Bhargav ( CTO - we45 Solutions ) and Chandra Prakash Suryawanshi ( Director , CPA , iRisk Advisor) engrossing the audience in more intersting aspects of governing risk within their systems.
The Day 2 of the conference is also planned out to engage the audience in numerous sessions by prominent speakers on risk and its governance. Dr.K Subramaniam (Prof & Director, IGNOU;Advisor to Comptroller & Auditor General of India) will be delivering the key note address at the conference tomorrow on "Risk Assurance & Cyber Governance: The need of enterprises of tomorrow. "
More Information:
ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association ):
As an independent, nonprofit global membership association, ISACA engages in the development, adoption and use of globally accepted, industry-leading knowledge and practices for information systems. ISACA helps its members achieve individual and organizational success, resulting in "a greater trust in, and value from, information systems." Its members and certification holders are qualified and skilled professionals who make a difference. The nonprofit, independent ISACA® is a global leader in IT governance, security, control and assurance. Founded in 1969 as the EDP Auditors Association, ISACA® is the single, leading international source for information technology controls. ISACA® is dedicated to serving the needs of IT governance professionals.
ISACA provides practical guidance, benchmarks and other effective tools for all enterprises that use information systems. Through its comprehensive guidance and services, ISACA defines the roles of information systems governance, security, audit and assurance professionals worldwide. The COBIT, Val IT and Risk IT governance frameworks and the CISA, CISM and CGEIT and CRISC certifications are ISACA current set of brands respected and used by these professionals for the benefit of their enterprises.
ISACA® got its start in 1967, when a small group of individuals with similar jobs-auditing controls in the computer systems that were becoming increasingly critical to the operations of their organizations-sat down to discuss the need for a centralized source of information and guidance in the field. In 1969, the group formalized, incorporating as the EDP Auditors Association. In 1976 the association formed an education foundation IT Governance Institute (ITGI) to undertake large-scale research efforts to expand the knowledge and value of the IT governance and control field. This resulted in the well known and greatly used CobIT framework, which is framing its 5th version.
With more than 86,000 constituents in more than 160 countries, ISACA® (www.isaca.org) is a leading global provider of knowledge, certifications, community, advocacy and education on information systems assurance and security, enterprise governance of IT, and IT-related risk and compliance. ISACA sponsors international conferences, publishes the ISACA® Journal, and develops international information systems auditing and control standards. It also administers the globally respected Certified Information Systems AuditorT (CISA®), Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®) and Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT® (CGEIT®) and Certified in Risk and Information Systems ControlT (CRISCT) designations.
ISACA, Bangalore:
The Bangalore Chapter was organized and chartered on 5th January 1996 is the 138th Chapter of growing International organization. It is recognized as ISACA's fifth test centre and second chapter in India.The ISACA® Bangalore has become one of the most active and successful chapters internationally hosting meetings, seminars and workshops to promote and propagate Information Technology Governance, Information Systems (IS) Audit, IS Security and IS Control in India.
The ISACA® Bangalore Chapter has been conducting classes for candidates preparing them for the Prestigious Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA®) & Certified Information Security Manager (CISM®) exam. The chapter also hosts regular meetings and seminars designed for both IT and Audit professionals.
13th Annual Conference:
ISACA® Bangalore Chapter's 13th Annual Karnataka Conference will be held at ITC Royal Gardenia on 23 & 24 July 2010. The theme this year is 'Risk Governance'.
In today's world where the wired and the wireless are converging like never before and it is imperative for enterprises to understand and manage risk. This term takes on a whole new meaning today within all levels of organisation ranging from the C-suite to the board room to the regulators taking notice of the dynamics of this paradigm, the opportunities and threats it holds to business irrespective of industry sector, size, or geography. Risk is the ultimate leveler!
On offer are two days of unparalleled opportunities to share, learn,inspire and be inspired by international speakers and organizations at the forefront of risk management and governance. With delegates from a cross-section of industry and organizations, the conference promises to be filled with thought provoking and interactive sessions with ample opportunities thrown in for networking.
ISACA, Bangalore: S-13 , 531 / A, 2nd Floor , Priya Chambers , Opp St Theresa Hospital, Near E-Zone , Dr.Rajkumar Road, Rajajinagar , Bangalore - 560010
www.isacabangalore.org
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Prof Nara Srinivasan is welcomed at the ISACA Bangalore Annual Conference by ISACA Chapter President, Jose Samuel
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