About

About ISACA

ISACA got its start in 1967, when a small group of individuals with similar jobs—auditing controls in the computer systems that were becoming increasingly critical to the operations of their organizations—sat down to discuss the need for a centralized source of information and guidance in the field. In 1969, the group formalized, incorporating as the EDP Auditors Association. In 1976 the association formed an education foundation to undertake large-scale research efforts to expand the knowledge and value of the IT governance and control field. Previously known as the Information Systems Audit and Control Association®, ISACA now goes by its acronym only, to reflect the broad range of IT governance, audit and security professionals it serves.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: the pursuit of digital trust. As a globally recognized leader in IS/IT for over 50 years, ISACA is a professional membership organization committed to the advancement of digital trust by empowering IS/IT professionals to grow their skills and knowledge in audit, cybersecurity, emerging tech and more.

Our members get personalized training, educational resources, and can earn the most in-demand credentials—all backed by the support of industry-leading IT experts from around the world. It’s a community designed to guide your career, propel your enterprise, and take your organization into the future, while you help advance digital trust.

ISACA Facts and Figures

Established: 1969

Members: 170,000 in 188 countries

Members and Certification-Holders: 222,000+

Chapters: 225 Globally

Student Groups: 97

ISACA Detroit Chapter Facts

Established: 1974

Members:1,000

Origination Ranking: Detroit was the 8th of 225 chapters

Founding Board - 1974