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EDP auditor

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EDP auditor
A person who performs an EDP audit within an organization. Such individuals analyze the existing systems and procedures using audit software that samples databases and generates confirmation letters. See EDP audit and audit software.
(job)EDP auditor - A person who analyses system functions and operations to determine adequate security and controls. An EDP analyst evaluates systems and operational procedures and reports findings to senior management. He writes ad hoc report programs using 4GLs and specialised audit software.


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Experienced EDP auditors tended to use transaction flow as the dominant knowledge structure; in contrast, prior studies had found financial auditors employed control objectives as their dominant knowledge structure.
Mair the fourth most influential person among pioneers of information systems auditing in a study published by The EDP Auditor Journal, while his 1972 book, "Computer Control & Audit," was voted the second most influential book.
The text's greatest strength is the practical assistance provided for the EDP auditor, especially for new EDP auditors who are still becoming familiar with the exposures in each area and the control solutions available to them.
 
 
 
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