Leveraging technology and automation to deliver meaningful benefits to your organization can introduce additional challenges related to security, integrity, and control. At Meta Cyber, we recognize the importance of managing your business and regulatory concerns effectively.

Our IT Audit & Risk Advisory Services Practice is dedicated to safeguarding your organization’s information systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing insights to optimize IT controls, reduce costs, and enhance your competitive edge.

When you partner with Meta Cyber, you gain access to IT assurance professionals with decades of experience in IT consulting and auditing across various industries. This expertise is further reinforced by professional accreditations.

Overview

• IT General Controls (ITGC) Assessment

  • Reviewing controls over data center operations, system software, and application software

  • Evaluating controls related to access management, change management, and backup and recovery

• Application Controls Review

  • Assessing controls within specific applications to ensure data accuracy, completeness, and authorization

  • Evaluating input, processing, and output controls

• Access Control Review

  • Assessing user access management and authentication mechanisms

  • Evaluating authorization processes and access rights

• IT Infrastructure Review

  • Evaluating hardware and software configurations and management

  • Reviewing network architecture and security controls

  • Evaluating system configurations and patch management

• Compliance and Regulatory Requirements

  • Evaluating compliance with IT-related regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX, ISO, PCI DSS)

  • Assessing adherence to industry-specific standards and frameworks

  • Reviewing compliance with IT standards and best practices (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, NIST)

• IT Governance Assessment

  • Evaluating IT governance frameworks and structures

  • Assessing alignment of IT strategies with business objectives

• Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

  • Assessing business continuity and disaster recovery plans

  • Reviewing backup and recovery processes and their effectiveness

• Cybersecurity Assessment

  • Evaluating cybersecurity policies, practices, and controls

  • Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing

  • Reviewing incident response and management procedures

• Cloud Computing Assessment

  • Evaluating security and compliance for cloud services and platforms

  • Reviewing cloud provider controls and agreements

• Blockchain Technology Review

  • Evaluating the implementation and security of blockchain solutions

  • Assessing the effectiveness of blockchain governance and controls

  • Smart Contract Audit

• OT / IoT Security Audit

  • Reviewing the security of Internet of Things devices and networks

  • OT Asset Management Audit

  • OT Network Security Audit

• SoC Maturity Assessment

  • Maturity assessment of SOC capabilities by evaluating people, process, technology, and business aspects

• ISMS Audits

  • Conducting internal audits to assess the effectiveness of the ISMS

  • Identifying non-conformities and areas for improvement

• Third-Party Risk Assessment

  • Assessing the security posture of third-party vendors and partners

  • Reviewing third-party contracts and security controls

• IT Audit Support and Advisory

  • Audit Preparation and Readiness

    • Assisting organizations in preparing for IT audits

    • Providing support during the audit process

  • Implementation of Audit Recommendations

    • Helping with the implementation of IT audit findings and recommendations

    • Monitoring progress and effectiveness of corrective actions