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Driving global impact through policy dialogue, strategic initiatives and partnerships
Partnering with global institutions and stakeholders, ISACA supports our members and the IS/IT industry in key international initiatives to close digital and cyber skills gap and build digital trust.
ISACA actively advocates across all world regions, promoting effective governance, risk management, cybersecurity standards, and digital skills enhancement. These activities span North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Oceania, addressing region-specific challenges while supporting global collaboration. ISACA’s advocacy initiatives help shape policies that foster trust and innovation in the digital landscape.
Notable instances of ISACA’s engagement with global institutions to bridge the digital and cyber skills gap include:
Shaping US legislation and cybersecurity standards
ISACA supports lawmakers in the US and is regularly cited in Congressional hearings and publications. ISACA regularly communicates with government organizations, supporting legislation affecting its members and the industry. ISACA credentials are included on the Department of Defense’s 8140 schedule and mapped to the NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.
Advancing digital and cybersecurity skills across the EU and the UK
ISACA partners with EU institutions, agencies, and governments to align with policies, regulations, and skills frameworks. As a member of the EU Cybersecurity Skills Academy and Pact for Skills, ISACA addresses the digital and cybersecurity talent shortage and supports upskilling. ISACA co-founded the UK Cyber Security Council, providing broad representation for the industry, accelerating awareness, and promoting excellence in the profession.
Shaping the future: ISACA’s vision papers
As part of our global advocacy, ISACA has published a series of vision papers offering key recommendations for addressing critical challenges faced by regulators and policymakers in digitization, digital skills and cybersecurity. These papers resonate with international stakeholders, reinforcing ISACA, and its members, as leaders in the cybersecurity and digital space.
Contributing to policy discussions
By providing recommendations and insights, ISACA advises decision-makers in creating policies that support the cybersecurity profession and address the digital skills gap.
Ensuring global relevance
Designed to resonate within specific regions and with international stakeholders, the vision papers reinforce ISACA members as experts in their field.
Promoting collaborative solutions
Joining forces to tackle these challenges includes government, industry, and education leaders. The Vision Papers call all stakeholders to work together in shaping a secure digital future.
Global advocacy wins for ISACA members
Here are just a few of the recent ways ISACA makes an impact around the world.
Key Tools for Compliance Success
CMMI and COBIT were recognized as key tools to comply with the UK Government-sponsored Cyber Governance Code of Practices. The Code sets key operational resilience requirements for businesses and is intended to become the main compliance.
Empowering DoD’s Cyber Workforce
ISACA’s CISA, CISM, and CRISC certifications are included on the Department of Defense’s 8140 schedule, meeting the DoD’s policy requirements and helping the DoD develop and deploy a strong, capable cyber workforce.
Closing the EU Skills Gap
ISACA is a recognized pledger of the EU Cybersecurity Skills Academy and a member of the EU Pact for Skills, the main two EU initiatives to bridge the digital and cybersecurity talent gap and boost competitiveness, growth, and resilience in the EU.
Singapore Endorses ISACA Credentials
The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore has acknowledged ISACA credentials for unique qualifications and funding opportunities. SkillsFuture Singapore selected ISACA credentials for access to funding towards the goal of a cyber-ready workforce.
Advocating for ISACA members and IS/IT professionals worldwide
Partnering with policymakers for IT innovation
The ISACA Government Relations and Public Affairs team supports members in having a voice in the global IT market. We advise policymakers, influence legislation, and shape best practices to advance IS/IT audit, security, cybersecurity, privacy, risk, and governance.
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