CRISC ® : Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

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CRISC is the only globally recognized certification in the fields of IS management and governance. It has earned a great reputation internationally for many years, as it sets a high and consistent standard worldwide.

The CRISC Job Practice Area consists of five “domains”, 39 “tasks” and 71 “knowledge statements”. Because the different tasks refer to the relevant COBIT processes, COBIT is an integral part of the CRISC training and certification.

This training is organized by ACTAGIS in collaboration with Swiss Chapter of ISACA (www.isaca.ch).

Official BCI Certification

Official CRISC ISACA Training

ACTAGIS, as the official and exclusive partner of the ISACA Swiss Chapter in the French part of Switzerland, proposes learning and preparation classes for all ISACA certifications (also worldwide for in-house trainings).

We guarantee your exam success

Nearly 100% success rate!
We will support you until you pass the exam of the course in which you enroll (some conditions apply). We offer the official mock exams to help you prepare.

Swiss Quality around the world

Our attention to detail, staying up to date, all reflect our commitment to quality. Our trainers bring real-life project experience in implementing frameworks and programs in large organizations.

Hands-on exercises

Free consulting session included

Most of our training programs include a supplementary free online consulting session to help you implement your project in your organisation.

Small classes

Competitive pricing

To ensure that our courses are available to all sizes of companies, we practice competitive pricing.

English and French

Learn from where you are

Our courses are delivered in a traditional classroom setting, as well as live online with an instructor. Certain courses are also available in a self-study format.


Modular approach

The course is presented in two modules:

  • Module 1 is a detailed 9 day course covering all CRISC material
  • Module 2 (Exam Bootcamp) is a 3 day exam preparation session
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“I followed a CISSP course in a small group with ACTAGIS. Jeff teached with expertise, passion and profession. The complex subject of IT security was presented understandable and garnished with many real life examples. The atmosphere was intensive and forward oriented, but relaxed and fruitful. I’m really impressed and with no doubt I would follow, and recommend others to follow, courses with ACTAGIS”Harald Friedel – Project Manager & DPO

Jeff’s primary goal is not only to help you digest the material, but arrive at the examination with the right tools and the right confidence level so to maximize your chances to pass with flying colors. I recommend Jeff wholeheartedly and without reservations. Jeff is one of those rare sure bets!Massimo Marino – CDPO – Advanced Accelerator Applications

Having participated to the ISO 27001 LA training led by Jeff Primus, I was able to appreciate his value as a trainer both in terms of his technical skills and his extensive experience in auditing . Jeff is an experienced professional who communicates his knowledge with enthusiasm. This allowed me to succeed the certification exam. I would like to recommend ACTAGIS for the quality of their services and the perfect organization of this trainingStéphane Reuss – Audit interne Groupe Mutuel

I came from Paris to attend the ISO 27001 LI training which was led by a trainer of rare efficiency and having a real knowledge of the concepts coupled with a solid field experience. The training was based on theoretical fundamentals which were illustrated to us in a concrete way through workshops and group exchanges. The entire group succeeded the certification exam. Thanks again to ACTAGIS for their warm welcome, the quality of the training and their professionalismLotfi Adassen – Information Security Architect – Hitachi Automotive Systems Group

I had the pleasure to attend GDPR training provided by Jeff and ACTAGIS. The course was quite challenging in terms of material that required to be absorbed and Jeff made the work engaging, whilst providing good real case examples to the participants. He also explained the technical and legal parts very clearly for those who are not in IT or who has no legal background. I would happily recommend Jeff and ACTAGIS to those looking for an excellent and detailed insight. Clare Joyner, Legal Counsel, IMD

I participated to ACTAGIS Academy CISSP training. I definitely recommend this course to everyone who wants to succeed the CISSP exam. Jeff is an excellent trainer who knows how to vehicle the key messages enhanced with real life examples. Thanks Jeff for that excellent course ! Gilbert Caballer, IT Audit Expert, UBS

The BCI training based on solid experience and real life examples was provided by a very professional and patient mentor, Jeff Primus. Small group of participants is a great benefit for added value discussions. The training exceeded all my expectations. Andrey Afanasiev, Vice President, Risk Manager, RCB Bank Ltd

CISSP training given by ACTAGIS trainers, is intense and very complete. During the 5 days, you get home exhausted but with knowledge you did not have when started the day. The trainers use a methodology that helps you understand the concepts and the trap questions you might get in the exam. Totally worth it.Diego de Haller, IT Security Service Manager

Certification organisations

ITACS - CISA

Certificate Sample

CRISC Certificate Sample

Module 1

A detailed 9 day course

In this module, we will go through all CRISC themes, in a detailed manner. This module contains:

  • Theoretical and conceptual sections
  • Case studies
  • Tests by theme
  • Group work
  • Interactive sessions

Module 1 is mostly aimed at the following profiles:

  • Chief Information Officer
  • Security Officer
  • Compliance Officer
  • IT project manager
  • IT Architect
  • IT Resources Manager

Module 1 of this course is subdivided into 8 chapters, covering all CRISC Job Practice Areas in details, by going through the following chapters:

  1. Introduction (1 day): ISACA, CRISC Job Practice Areas, course concept, learning technique, personal study
  2. Basics (2 days): IT risk management & ICS (Internal Control System), IT governance
  3. Application lifecycle (1 day): Project management, software development, integration, security, user controls
  4. Organisational security (1 day): Economic & IT criminality, risk analysis, cultural aspects of security, awareness-training
  5. Risk management (1 day): Identification, assessment and management of IT risks. Comparison of various frameworks such as ISO 27005, RiskIT
  6. Performance management (1 day): Maturity models, Key Performance Indicators, Balanced Score Card, Benchmarking
  7. Risk monitoring (1 day): Risk assessment and monitoring, risk indicators, register and landscapes
  8. ICS consolidation (1 day): Controls and control techniques for processes, applications and IT, Internal Control System (ICS) monitoring, audit preparation

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Course dates can be based on your requirements. Please contact us for the corresponding in-house or public session trainings, so that we can propose sessions taking into account your availability.

Module 2 – Exam Bootcamp

A 3 day exam preparation session

Building on pre-course preparation work, we will go through all the CRISC domains and conclude the course with a realistic test examination followed by an evaluation and discussions. With the appropriate level of personal preparation, you will acquire the necessary knowledge to be able to pass the CRISC exam. Our aim is to optimally prepare you for this challenging test, by going through the Job Practice Area and by offering a realistic test exam.

This training is intended to professionals who have already had IT experience. It is recommended for the participants to have a detailed knowledge of the CRISC Job Practice Area and having read through the CRISC Review Manual prior to taking the course and, ideally, to have several years of professional experience in different areas of IT. The CRISC exam preparation course is aimed at all persons who deal with the governance, audit or security of information systems, such as:

  • Chief Information Officer
  • Security Officer
  • Compliance Officer
  • IT project manager
  • IT Architect
  • IT Resources Manager
Our instructors are all certified professionals, who bring with them over 20 years of field experience in the domain of IT security. Our course can be given in English and in French, and includes a realistic exam simulation, as well as two complete exams with personal detailed analysis, in English. This is an intensive 4-days course for advanced participants who have already gone through the CRISC Job Practice Area and the CRISC Review Manual.

The first two and a half days of the course consist of an intensive and systematic review of all tasks within the CRISC Job Practice Area. Here the aspects which are important from the examination perspective are presented, without going into the details of each task, which is why some level of expertise is required. Those who would like to study all CRISC tasks in detail should join our advanced course.

Following the initial phase, a realistic test examination is organized (in English). After this test exam, we will discuss the results during the last day of the training. You will also be provided with a second test, which you can perform on your own time. We will then correct it and send you back your results.

The domains covered by this certification are:

  1. Risk Identification (27%)
  2. IT Risk Assessment (28%)
  3. Risk Response and Mitigation (23%)
  4. Risk and Control Monitoring and Reporting (22%)

Domain 1—IT Risk Identification – (27%)

Identify the universe of IT risk to contribute to the execution of the IT risk management strategy in support of business objectives and in alignment with the enterprise risk management (ERM) strategy.

  1. Collect and review information, including existing documentation, regarding the organization’s internal and external business and IT environments to identify potential or realized impacts of IT risk to the organization’s business objectives and operations.
  2. Identify potential threats and vulnerabilities to the organization’s people, processes and technology to enable IT risk analysis.
  3. Develop a comprehensive set of IT risk scenarios based on available information to determine the potential impact to business objectives and operations.
  4. Identify key stakeholders for IT risk scenarios to help establish accountability.
  5. Establish an IT risk register to help ensure that identified IT risk scenarios are accounted for and incorporated into the enterprise-wide risk profile.
  6. Identify risk appetite and tolerance defined by senior leadership and key stakeholders to ensure alignment with business objectives.
  7. Collaborate in the development of a risk awareness program, and conduct training to ensure that stakeholders understand risk and to promote a risk-aware culture.

Domain 2—IT Risk Assessment – (28%)

Analyze and evaluate IT risk to determine the likelihood and impact on business objectives to enable risk-based decision making.

  1. Analyze risk scenarios based on organizational criteria (e.g., organizational structure, policies, standards, technology, architecture, controls) to determine the likelihood and impact of an identified risk.
  2. Identify the current state of existing controls and evaluate their effectiveness for IT risk mitigation.
  3. Review the results of risk and control analysis to assess any gaps between current and desired states of the IT risk environment.
  4. Ensure that risk ownership is assigned at the appropriate level to establish clear lines of accountability.
  5. Communicate the results of risk assessments to senior management and appropriate stakeholders to enable risk-based decision making.
  6. Update the risk register with the results of the risk assessment.

Domain 3—Risk Response Mitigation – (23%)

Determine risk response options and evaluate their efficiency and effectiveness to manage risk in alignment with business objectives.

  1. Consult with risk owners to select and align recommended risk responses with business objectives and enable informed risk decisions.
  2. Consult with, or assist, risk owners on the development of risk action plans to ensure that plans include key elements (e.g., response, cost, target date).
  3. Consult on the design and implementation or adjustment of mitigating controls to ensure that the risk is managed to an acceptable level.
  4. Ensure that control ownership is assigned to establish clear lines of accountability.
  5. Assist control owners in developing control procedures and documentation to enable efficient and effective control execution.
  6. Update the risk register to reflect changes in risk and management’s risk response.
  7. Validate that risk responses have been executed according to the risk action plans.

Domain 4—Risk and Control Monitoring and Reporting – (22%)

Continuously monitor and report on IT risk and controls to relevant stakeholders to ensure the continued efficiency and effectiveness of the IT risk management strategy and its alignment to business objectives.

  1. Define and establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and thresholds based on available data, to enable monitoring of changes in risk.
  2. Monitor and analyze key risk indicators (KRIs) to identify changes or trends in the IT risk profile.
  3. Report on changes or trends related to the IT risk profile to assist management and relevant stakeholders in decision making.
  4. Facilitate the identification of metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to enable the measurement of control performance.
  5. Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify changes or trends related to the control environment and determine the efficiency and effectiveness of controls.
  6. Review the results of control assessments to determine the effectiveness of the control environment.
  7. Report on the performance of, changes to, or trends in the overall risk profile and control environment to relevant stakeholders to enable decision making.
  • CISA tasks: some
  • CISM tasks: some
  • CGEIT tasks: some
  • CRISC tasks: all
  • COBIT5 processes: (all)
In order to become CRISC-certified, and in addition to passing the CRISC exam, the candidate must have a minimum of five years of professional IS audit, control, assurance or security work experience. Substitution and waivers for professional experience include for example some university semester credit hours, a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or teaching experience in a related field. For more information please read the detailed course description at www.isaca.org.

The CRISC exam is booked separately through ISACA.

It lasts 4 hours (240 minutes) and contains 150 multiple-choice questions.

The cost is US$ 575 for ISACA members and US$ 760 for non-members.

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The training is a combination of directly applicable theory, hands-on exercises, feedback from experience and class interaction.

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You will be well prepared for the exam. Counting all our students, almost 100% have been successful.

Up To Date

All our courses are up to date. They have been adapted to the latest changes of the different exams. We are in constant contact with each certification organisation.

The training is a combination of directly applicable theory, hands-on exercises, feedback from experience and class interaction.

You will be well prepared for the exam. Counting all our students, almost 100% have been successful.

All our courses are up to date. They have been adapted to the latest changes of the different exams. We are in constant contact with each certification organisation.

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