IT Audit for Compliance


IT compliance requirements are designed to help companies improve cybersecurity and integrate high-level security into their workflows. However, getting audited for compliance can be tricky. This can be due to complex requirements, constant changes in standards and laws, audit processes, and many required security procedures.


What is IT audit for compliance? 


IT compliance audit is an independent assessment of a company's  cybersecurity tools, practices and policies. Compliance Audit confirms the company's compliance with the best practices, standards and regulatory requirements; and is performed by an independent certifying body.


Advantages of performing IT audit for compliance:

  • Provision and promotion of a safe work environment
  • Prevention of fines and any legal problems resulting from non-compliance with requirements and standards (for example: SDA H NBU 65.1 ISMS, ISO 27001, ISO 27000)
  • Building a good reputation and gaining public trust and industry leadership position by compliance of industry protocols
  • Ensuring business continuity and preventing disruptions or business interruptions


The practice of IT audit of information security from BDO in Ukraine allows to identify and assess inconsistencies with specific laws and requirements of regulatory bodies, in particular, SDA H NBU 65.1 ISMS.

IT audit service for compliance from BDO in Ukraine has recommendations based on the best practices that are relevant to the specifics of the company's activities. The experience of an international team and top experts in IT & Cybersecurity will help the company to be protected 24/7.


If you need more information or want to order IT audit for compliance, please contact the experts of BDO in Ukraine.


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Andrii Borenkov

Andrii Borenkov, CFA

Partner, Head of Advisory
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  • What is a Compliance IT Audit?

A Compliance IT Audit is an independent assessment of an organisation’s cybersecurity measures. Its purpose is to confirm that the company complies with current international standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices in the field of information security.

  • Who conducts a compliance audit?

The audit is performed by an independent body or a company that specialises in assessing organisations’ compliance with industry and international standards.

  • What are the benefits of undergoing a Compliance IT Audit?
  1. Ensuring a secure working environment.
  2. Avoiding fines and legal issues resulting from non-compliance with regulatory requirements.
  3. Enhancing the company’s reputation and trustworthiness.
  4. Minimising the risks of system failures and unauthorised access.
  • Which standards are taken into account during a compliance audit?

Key standards include the Regulations of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) No. 95, 58, 116, 178, 4, and 204; international standards such as ISO 27001, NIST, as well as other regulatory requirements in the field of information security.

Compliance Audit — an independent assessment of an organisation’s activities for compliance with legislative, industry and international information security requirements.

Cybersecurity — a set of practices, technologies and policies aimed at protecting information systems from cyberattacks, unauthorised access and disruptions.

NBU Regulations on Information Protection No. 95, 116, 58, 178, 4 — requirements issued by the National Bank of Ukraine regarding information security management systems in the banking sector.

ISO 27000 / ISO 27001 / NIST Standards — international standards that define requirements for information security management systems (ISMS) across various industries.

IT & Cybersecurity Specialists — experts engaged in analysing, auditing and implementing security systems to protect a company’s data and IT infrastructure.