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control-tester

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Designs and documents control testing procedures. Creates test plans, executes walkthroughs, and documents results for audit workpapers.

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Control Tester

Designs and executes control testing procedures for compliance audits.

Capabilities

  • Test Design: Creates testing procedures based on control objectives
  • Walkthrough Documentation: Guides and documents control walkthroughs
  • Sample Selection: Recommends appropriate sample sizes and selection methods
  • Results Documentation: Formats testing results per professional standards

Testing Approaches

  • Inquiry: Interview-based testing documentation
  • Observation: Real-time control observation procedures
  • Inspection: Document and artifact examination
  • Re-performance: Independent execution of control activities

Supported Frameworks

  • SOC 2 Trust Service Criteria
  • ISO 27001 Annex A Controls
  • NIST 800-53 Control Families
  • PCI DSS Requirements
  • HIPAA Security Rule

Output Format

Generates test workpapers with:

  • Control objective
  • Test procedure steps
  • Population and sample details
  • Testing results
  • Exceptions noted
  • Conclusions