Associations and Alliances of our Risk Assessment and IT Security Practices
As part of our risk assessment, IT security, and compliance audit practices, Aporia has the following associations and alliances:
ISACA (Information Systems Audit and Control Association) is a pace-setting global organization for information governance, control, security and audit professionals. Its IS auditing and IS control standards are followed by practitioners worldwide. Its research pinpoints professional issues challenging its constituents. Its Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification is recognized globally and has been earned by more than 48,000 professionals since inception. The Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification uniquely targets the information security management audience and has been earned by more than 6,000 professionals.
ISSA (Information Systems Security Association) is an international organization providing educational forums, publications and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skills and professional growth of its members - information security professionals. The primary goal of ISSA is to promote management practices that will ensure availability, integrity and confidentiality of organizations resources.
TBA – Texas Bankers Association Since 1885, the Texas Bankers Association has been working to create a dynamic and profitable environment for Texas banks. The mission of the Texas Bankers Association is to "meet the growing needs of our members with education, information and advocacy." This environment has provided a healthy atmosphere for the industry, as well as resources and services to benefit bank employees.
IBAT - The Independent Bankers Association of Texas was organized in 1974 "...to promote the interests of independent banking in areas vital to independent banks." Today, IBAT continues to be a pioneer in providing products and services to its member banks. IBAT is a trade association representing more than 2,000 Texas community banks and branches.
SANS - SysAdmin, Audit, Network, Security Institute is the most trusted and by far the largest source for information security training and certification in the world. It also develops, maintains, and makes available at no cost, the largest collection of research documents about various aspects of information security, and it operates the Internet's early warning system - Internet Storm Center.
GHP-Greater Houston Partnership is Houston's leading business organization, and the primary advocate of Houston's business community, dedicated to building economic prosperity in the region. The Partnership is organized into five operating divisions: Chamber of Commerce, World Trade, Member Services and Resources.
TiE-Houston is a not-for-profit organization focused on fostering entrepreneurship through networking, mentoring, and participation in the local and global economy. TiE Global was founded in 1992 in Silicon Valley, California.
IIA – Institute of Internal Auditors was established in 1941. The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an international professional association of more than 150,000 members with global headquarters in Altamonte Springs, Fla., United States. Throughout the world, the IIA is recognized as the internal audit profession's leader in certification, education, research, and technical guidance.
