Alter Everything 182: Unleashing Analytics in IT Auditing
Apr 9, 2025
Monica Kay Royal shares her journey from IT auditing to data analytics, highlighting her effective integration of analytics tools to enhance efficiency and risk assessment. She emphasizes the importance of personal branding and ongoing education for success in the data sector. Additionally, Monica discusses her brand's evolution through a podcast blending hobbies and data skills. She offers valuable career coaching tips for those aspiring to transition into data-driven roles, focusing on practical applications and networking.
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Breaking into a Bank
- Monica Kay Royal's first job was as an IT auditor, involving tasks like social engineering and security assessments.
- One project involved attempting to break into a bank to test their security protocols, highlighting the unexpected aspects of IT auditing.
Discovering Data Analytics
- Royal discovered data analytics while assisting a financial audit team testing for revenue fraud.
- Using a tool called IDEA to analyze revenue data sparked her interest in applying data analytics to IT auditing.
Leveraging Data Analytics in Auditing
- Join professional organizations like IIA or ISACA for resources on data analytics and AI in auditing.
- Explore available resources, including Royal's upcoming LinkedIn Learning course on leveraging data analytics for audits.