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Certifications
Top 5 Cybersecurity Certifications for Accountants Beyond the CPA
While the CPA license is your foundation and the CISA is your entry ticket into IT audit, the world of cybersecurity is vast. For CPAs looking to command the highest salaries in technology risk, specializing in cybersecurity is the ultimate "power-up."
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Corey Philip·Apr 25, 2026·3 min read
Certifications
CISA vs. CIA for CPAs: Which Certification Should You Get First?
For a CPA transitioning into the technology risk space, the question isn't usually if you should get another certification, but which one comes first. In the audit world, two heavyweights dominate the conversation: the Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
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Corey Philip·Apr 25, 2026·4 min read
Resume & Interviews
20 IT Audit Interview Questions Every CPA Should Master
Landing an IT audit role as a CPA is a powerful career move, but the interview process can feel like entering a different world. While your financial background is a major asset, hiring managers want to see if you can apply that "auditor's mindset" to servers, databases, and code.
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Corey Philip·Apr 25, 2026·4 min read
Industry Insights
Is IT Audit a Good Career Option for CPAs in 2026? Demand, Stress, and Rewards
As we move into 2026, the accounting profession is hitting a tipping point. With AI-driven automation handling routine reconciliations and tax preparation, many CPAs are asking: Where is the long-term value in my license? The answer for many is increasingly found in IT Audit.
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Corey Philip·Apr 25, 2026·3 min read
Industry Insights
From Financial Auditor to IT Auditor: A CPA’s Step-by-Step Transition Guide
For many Certified Public Accountants (CPAs), the traditional path of financial statement audits and tax season marathons is a rite of passage. However, as the global economy becomes increasingly digitized, a new frontier has emerged: IT Audit.
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Corey Philip·Mar 3, 2026·3 min read