CISA Certified Information Systems Auditor – Question2556

When assessing the design of network monitoring controls, an IS auditor should FIRST review network:

A.
topology diagrams.
B. bandwidth usage.
C. traffic analysis reports.
D. bottleneck locations.

Correct Answer: A

Explanation:

Explanation:
The first step in assessing network monitoring controls should be the review of the adequacy of network documentation, specifically topology diagrams. If this information is not up to date, then monitoring processes and the ability to diagnose problems will not be effective.