Performance results for the internal audit function - November 30, 2021

From: Communications Security Establishment Canada

Performance results for the internal audit function - November 30, 2020

Performance results will answer questions that stakeholders may have about the oversight of public resources	CSE Performance Results
Do internal auditors in departments have the training required to do the job effectively? Are multidisciplinary teams in place to address diverse risks?	75% of staff within the IA team have a financial designation and/or CIA certification. 8% of staff is currently pursuing a financial designation and/or CIA certification. 8% of staff possesses other types of certifications. Training is provided annually to all staff members. Multidisciplinary teams are in place when and where required.
Is internal audit work performed in conformance with the international standards for the profession of internal audit as required by Treasury Board policy?	Yes. May 2018 - Last results of an External Quality Review provided by the IA function with highest possible overall result of ‘’Generally Conforms’’.
Are the risk-based audit plans submitted to audit committees and approved by deputy heads implemented as planned with resulting reports published? Is management acting on audit recommendations for improvements to departmental processes?	The RBAP is submitted to CSE’s Departmental Audit Committee and approved by Deputy Head (Chief) and resulting reports are shared and published internally. CSE does not publicly report audits. In 2020-21, 6 engagements were planned. 2 were advisory engagements (1 completed and 1 ongoing), 2 were reviews (completed) and 2 experienced delays as a result of the pandemic. Open actions are closely monitored, and action status reporting occurs twice a year. Results are shared with the Departmental Audit Committee to help with advancement of implementations.
Is internal audit credible and adding value in support of the mandate and strategic objectives of the organization?	Informal feedback received from ADM level clients during briefings as well as at DAC meetings indicated that audit results were generally useful.

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