IT General Controls (ITGCs) are a set of fundamental controls that are designed to ensure the reliability, integrity, and security of an organization’s information technology (IT) systems and the data they manage. These controls are critical for the overall governance and risk management of IT environments.

 

Our IT General Controls Audit Program provides you with:

• Walkthrough Questions
• Control Areas
• Test Steps

These will allow you to comprehensively review the IT General Control environment of your organization.

On top of it, we provide you with an hour of free consulting to discuss any queries that you may have.

Risk-Free Assurance:

Your satisfaction is our top priority. That’s why we provide a 100% money-back guarantee – a testament to our confidence in this audit program.

Structure of the Audit Program

The Audit Program has been divided into the following 3 main sections:

• Design Assessment: The purpose of this section is to evaluate the design of the IT general controls (ITGC) environment that supports (Company), including the infrastructure, applications. policies and procedures.

 

The control areas covered in this section include:

• Security incl. Access Management, Configuration management
• Change Management
• Operations

– Data Management

– Interface Management

– Incident Management

– Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery

– Third-Party Management

• Computer Operations

– Backup Management

– Batch Jobs and Interfaces

• Program Development

– Software Acquisition, development and maintenance

 

FAQs

1. What are IT General Controls ?

General IT controls, often abbreviated as GITCs, refer to a category of controls that are designed to ensure the overall integrity, security, and reliability of an organization’s information technology (IT) infrastructure and systems. Unlike specific IT controls that focus on particular applications or processes, general IT controls are broader in scope and cover the entire IT environment.

They are essential for establishing a strong control framework and maintaining effective governance of IT resources. Here are some key characteristics and examples of general IT controls:

Characteristics of General IT Controls:

• Broad Scope: General IT controls address multiple aspects of IT operations, including infrastructure, security, access, change management, and disaster recovery.
• Continuous and Ongoing: These controls are not tied to specific projects or processes but are continuously in place to govern the IT environment.
• Framework for Specific Controls: General IT controls often serve as a framework or foundation upon which specific IT controls are built. They provide the structure for managing risks and ensuring compliance.

 

2. What are the basic IT General Controls ?

Examples of General IT Controls include:

• Access Controls: These controls govern user access to IT systems and data. Examples include user authentication, password policies, access provisioning, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Change Management: Controls related to change management ensure that any modifications to IT systems, including software updates, patches, and configuration changes, are properly planned, tested, documented, and authorized.
• Backup and Recovery: General controls in this category focus on regular data backup processes and the ability to recover data in case of hardware failures, data corruption, or disasters.
• Security Awareness and Training: Ensuring that employees are trained in IT security best practices and aware of security policies is a fundamental aspect of general IT controls.
• Incident Response: These controls establish procedures for identifying, reporting, and responding to security incidents, including data breaches, malware infections, and other threats.
• Physical and Environmental Controls: Controls in this category are concerned with securing the physical infrastructure of IT systems, such as access controls, fire suppression, and environmental monitoring.
• Network Security Controls: These controls encompass measures like firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and network segmentation to protect against unauthorized access and threats.
• Vendor Management: Managing third-party vendors and their services is essential for ensuring the security and reliability of outsourced IT components.
• Documentation and Policies: Proper documentation and clear IT policies are critical components of general IT controls. This includes documenting procedures, policies, and standards related to IT operations and security.