AI is top of the pops as ISACA launches Advanced in Artificial Intelligence Audit (AAIA) certification
ISACA, a global trade association with 180,000 members focused on IT cybersecurity and governance, has launched a new certification for experienced auditors who can navigate the complexities of artificial intelligence (AI).
ISACA says AI is top of the list of 15 fastest growing skills needed by professionals to stay competitive in today’s environment.
The organization surveyed digital trust professionals, including auditors, about their skills and 85 percent said they will need to increase their skills and knowledge around AI in the next two years in order to retain their jobs. 94 percent said AI skills will be important for digital trust professionals to have in the future.
As audit professionals face a changing environment including new technologies, with AI at the forefront, the ISACA Advanced in AI Audit certification aims to demonstrate expertise in the field.
The certification, said to be the first advanced audit-specific certification on AI, gives auditors the skills to respond to risks, identify opportunities and ensure compliance while using AI. It validates expertise in conducting AI-focused audits, addressing AI-integration challenges and enhancing audit processing using AI-driven insights.
“ISACA is proud to have served the global audit community for more than 55 years through our audit and assurance standards, frameworks and certifications, and we are continuing to help the community evolve and thrive with the certifications and training they need in this new era of audits involving AI,” says Shannon Donahue, Chief Content and Publishing Officer at ISACA.
“Through AAIA, auditors can demonstrate their expertise and trusted advisory skills in navigating AI-driven challenges while upholding the highest industry standards.”
Earlier this year, ISACA expanded its Digital Trust Workforce Inclusion Program to North Dakota and northwest and central Minnesota, in cooperation with the local Fargo Moorhead West Fargo Chamber of Commerce. The program opens new career pathways for underrepresented and underserved populations, offering training in IT, networks and infrastructure, cybersecurity fundamentals, software development, and data science.
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Our sister title, RTIH, organiser of the industry leading RTIH Innovation Awards, proudly brings you the first edition of the RTIH AI in Retail Awards, which is now open for entries.
As we witness a digital transformation revolution across all channels, AI tools are reshaping the omnichannel game, from personalising customer experiences to optimising inventory, uncovering insights into consumer behaviour, and enhancing the human element of retailers' businesses.
With 2025 set to be the year when AI and especially gen AI shake off the ‘heavily hyped’ tag and become embedded in retail business processes, our newly launched awards celebrate global technology innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world and the resulting benefits for retailers, shoppers and employees.
Our 2025 winners will be those companies who not only recognise the potential of AI, but also make it usable in everyday work - resulting in more efficiency and innovation in all areas.
Winners will be announced at an evening event at The Barbican in Central London on Wednesday, 3rd September.
This will kick off with a drinks reception in the stunning Conservatory, followed by a three course meal, and awards ceremony in the Garden Room.
Please email RTIH Editor, Scott Thompson, if you have any questions or need further information: scott.thompson@retailtechinnovationhub.com
Key 2025 dates
Friday, 18th July: Award entry deadline
Tuesday, 22nd July: 2025 finalists revealed
Wednesday, 23rd July - Friday, 8th August: Judging days
Wednesday, 3rd September: Winners announced at the 2025 RTIH AI in Retail Awards Ceremony, to be held at The Barbican in Central London.
