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Exam Information
Official specifications published by ISACA
Exam Format
120 min
65%
Fundamentals
Registration
$275 USD
PSI Remote Proctoring or online proctoring
English
Validity
No expiration
Certificate does not require recertification; Can be used as foundation for CRISC certification
IT-RISK-FUNDAMENTALS Exam Topics and Domains
IT-RISK-FUNDAMENTALS is organized into 6 weighted domains. Expect to work with Communication tools, Control frameworks, ISACA frameworks, ISO standards, and more.
1
Risk Introduction and Overview
5%
Basic Risk Principles
IT Risk Definition and ConceptsRisk and Business Functions
- Understand the basic concepts and significance of IT risk
- Explain foundational principles of IT risk
- Describe the impact of IT risk on organizational objectives
Three Lines of Defense
Defense Model Implementation
- Understand the importance of the three lines of defense
- Identify roles within each line of defense
- Apply the model to organizational context
IT Controls
Role of IT Controls in Risk Management
- Understand the role of IT controls
- Differentiate between control types
- Apply controls to mitigate risks
2
Risk Governance and Management
15%
Risk Governance Framework
Governance Structures and ComponentsAccountability and Ownership
- Understand frameworks and structures for effective risk governance
- Define roles and responsibilities of stakeholders
- Establish accountability and ownership structures
Risk Management Strategy
Strategic Risk PlanningRisk Culture and Awareness
- Develop comprehensive risk management strategies
- Implement risk management plans
- Foster risk-aware organizational culture
3
Risk Identification
20%
Risk Identification Techniques
Identification Methods and ToolsSources and Types of IT Risk
- Master techniques for identifying potential IT risks
- Understand sources and types of risks affecting organizations
- Apply systematic approaches to risk identification
Asset, Threat, and Vulnerability Relationships
Asset Identification and ValuationThreat and Vulnerability Analysis
- Understand relationships between assets, threats, and vulnerabilities
- Describe how risk factors interact
- Apply threat and vulnerability concepts to risk scenarios
Risk Register Development
Risk Documentation and Cataloging
- Create and maintain comprehensive risk registers
- Document risks systematically
- Establish risk cataloging standards
4
Risk Assessment and Analysis
25%
Qualitative Risk Assessment
Qualitative Analysis MethodsExpert Judgment and Scoring
- Apply qualitative risk assessment techniques
- Use risk matrices and heat maps
- Leverage expert judgment effectively
Quantitative Risk Assessment
Quantitative Analysis TechniquesCost-Benefit Analysis
- Perform quantitative risk analysis
- Calculate financial impact of risks
- Conduct cost-benefit analysis for controls
Risk Evaluation and Prioritization
Risk Criteria and ThresholdsRisk Prioritization Methods
- Evaluate risks against organizational criteria
- Prioritize risks for treatment
- Align risk assessment with business objectives
5
Risk Response
15%
Risk Treatment Options
Risk Response StrategiesControl Selection and Implementation
- Understand risk treatment options
- Select appropriate controls
- Develop risk response strategies
Risk Response Planning
Response Plan DevelopmentResidual Risk Management
- Develop comprehensive response plans
- Manage residual risks
- Document risk treatment decisions
Business Continuity and Recovery
Continuity Planning
- Understand business continuity concepts
- Develop recovery strategies
- Align continuity with risk management
6
Risk Monitoring, Reporting and Communication
20%
Risk Monitoring Processes
Continuous MonitoringRisk Metrics and Measurement
- Establish continuous monitoring processes
- Develop and track risk metrics
- Identify trends and patterns
Risk Reporting
Reporting MechanismsReport Content and Format
- Design effective risk reports
- Communicate risk status clearly
- Tailor reporting to stakeholders
Risk Communication
Stakeholder CommunicationRisk Culture and Awareness
- Communicate risk information effectively
- Engage stakeholders appropriately
- Foster risk-aware culture
Continuous Improvement
Lessons Learned and Improvement
- Implement continuous improvement
- Learn from incidents and events
- Enhance risk management maturity
How do I earn this certification?
Passing IT-RISK-FUNDAMENTALS earns the IT Risk Fundamentals Certificate certification. It sits in the Risk Management track.
Current Level Exams
- IT-Audit-Fundamentals - IT Audit Fundamentals
- Cybersecurity-Fundamentals - Cybersecurity Fundamentals
- COBIT-Foundation - COBIT Foundation
Next Level Options
Alternative Paths
- CCAK - Certificate of Cloud Auditing KnowledgeCloud-specific risk and audit skills
- Cybersecurity-Audit - Cybersecurity Audit Certificate Security-focused audit capabilities
- CSX-P - Cybersecurity PractitionerHands-on security skills
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: 2023-Q4
- Announcement date: 2020-11-01
Updates
- Generative AI Risk Management 2024 Expected to be included in next exam update • Release date: 2024-Q2
- Container and Kubernetes Security 2024 Cloud risk sections expanded • Release date: 2024-Q1
- Supply Chain Risk Management 2024 New focus area in risk identification domain • Release date: 2024-Q1
Who should take this exam?
This exam is typically taken by IT professionals new to risk and Risk management professionals.
- Basic understanding of IT concepts
- Interest in risk management
- Some exposure to business operations