Match the correct responsibility with each participant of a second-party audit:

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The correct responsibility with each participant of a second-party audit is:
* Prepares the audit report: Audit Team Leader. The audit team leader is responsible for coordinating the audit activities, communicating with the auditee and the customer, and preparing and delivering the audit report that summarizes the audit findings and conclusions1.
* Prepares audit checklists for use during the audit: Auditor. The auditor is responsible for collecting and verifying objective evidence during the audit, using audit checklists as a tool to guide the audit process and ensure that all relevant aspects of the audit criteria are covered1.
* Supports an auditor and provides feedback on their experience: Auditor in training. The auditor in training is a person who is learning how to perform audits under the supervision of an experienced auditor. The auditor in training supports the auditor by observing and participating in the audit activities, and provides feedback on their experience to improve their skills and competence1.
* Follows-up on audit findings within an agreed timeframe: Auditee. The auditee is the organisation that is being audited by the customer or a third party on behalf of the customer. The auditee is responsible for providing access and cooperation to the auditors, and for following up on the audit findings within an agreed timeframe, by implementing corrective actions or improvement measures as needed1.
* Provides an independent account of the audit but does not participate in the audit: Observer. The observer is a person who accompanies the audit team but does not participate in the audit activities. The observer may be a representative of the customer, a regulatory body, or another interested party. The observer provides an independent account of the audit but does not interfere with or influence the audit process or outcome1.
* Escorts the auditors but does not participate in the audit: Guide. The guide is a person who is appointed by the auditee to assist the audit team during the audit. The guide may escort the auditors to different locations, facilitate access to information and personnel, or provide clarification or explanation as requested by the auditors. The guide does not participate in the audit or influence its results1.

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During discussions with the individual(s) managing the audit programme of a certification body, the Management System Representative of the client organisation asks for a specific auditor for the certification audit. Select two of the following options for how the individual(s) managing the audit programme should respond.

• A.Advise the Management System Representative that his request can be accepted
• B.Suggest that the Management System Representative chooses another certification body
• C.Advise the Management System Representative that the audit team selection is a decision that the audit programme manager needs to make based on the resources available
• D.State that his request will be considered but may not be taken up
• E.Suggest asking the certification body management to permit the request

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Which two of the following are examples of audit methods that 'do not' involve human interaction?

• A.Conducting an interview using a teleconferencing platform
• B.Performing a review of auditees procedures in preparation for an audit
• C.Reviewing the auditee's response to an audit finding
• D.Analysing data by remotely accessing the auditee's server
• E.Observing work performed by remote surveillance
• F.Confirming the date and time of the audit

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Scenario 5: Data Grid Inc. is a well-known company that delivers security services across the entire information technology infrastructure. It provides cybersecurity software, including endpoint security, firewalls, and antivirus software. For two decades, Data Grid Inc. has helped various companies secure their networks through advanced products and services. Having achieved reputation in the information and network security field, Data Grid Inc. decided to obtain the ISO/IEC 27001 certification to better secure its internal and customer assets and gain competitive advantage.
Data Grid Inc. appointed the audit team, who agreed on the terms of the audit mandate. In addition, Data Grid Inc. defined the audit scope, specified the audit criteria, and proposed to close the audit within five days. The audit team rejected Data Grid Inc.'s proposal to conduct the audit within five days, since the company has a large number of employees and complex processes. Data Grid Inc. insisted that they have planned to complete the audit within five days, so both parties agreed upon conducting the audit within the defined duration. The audit team followed a risk-based auditing approach.
To gain an overview of the main business processes and controls, the audit team accessed process descriptions and organizational charts. They were unable to perform a deeper analysis of the IT risks and controls because their access to the IT infrastructure and applications was restricted. However, the audit team stated that the risk that a significant defect could occur to Data Grid Inc.'s ISMS was low since most of the company's processes were automated. They therefore evaluated that the ISMS, as a whole, conforms to the standard requirements by asking the representatives of Data Grid Inc. the following questions:
*How are responsibilities for IT and IT controls defined and assigned?
*How does Data Grid Inc. assess whether the controls have achieved the desired results?
*What controls does Data Grid Inc. have in place to protect the operating environment and data from malicious software?
*Are firewall-related controls implemented?
Data Grid Inc.'s representatives provided sufficient and appropriate evidence to address all these questions.
The audit team leader drafted the audit conclusions and reported them to Data Grid Inc.'s top management.
Though Data Grid Inc. was recommended for certification by the auditors, misunderstandings were raised between Data Grid Inc. and the certification body in regards to audit objectives. Data Grid Inc. stated that even though the audit objectives included the identification of areas for potential improvement, the audit team did not provide such information.
Based on this scenario, answer the following question:
What would prevent the misunderstanding between the certification body and the Data Grid Inc.?
Refer to scenario 5.

• A.Validating the audit offer
• B.Signing the certification agreement
• C.Defining the audit schedule

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You are the audit team leader conducting a third-party audit of an online insurance company. During Stage 1, you found that the organization took a very cautious risk approach and included all the information security controls in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Appendix A in their Statement of Applicability.
During the Stage 2 audit, your audit team found that there was no evidence of a risk treatment plan for the implementation of the three controls (5.3 Segregation of duties, 6.1 Screening, 7.12 Cabling security). You raise a nonconformity against clause 6.1.3.e of ISO 27001:2022.
At the closing meeting, the Technical Director issues an extract from an amended Statement of Applicability (as shown) and asks for the nonconformity to be withdrawn.

Select three options of the correct responses of an audit team leader to the request of the Technical Director.

• A.Advise management that the information provided will be reviewed when the auditors have more time.
• B.Advise the Technical Director that his request will be included in the audit report.
• C.Advise the Technical Director that once a nonconformity is raised it cannot be withdrawn.
• D.Advise the Technical Director that the nonconformity must stand since the evidence obtained for it was clear.
• E.Ask the auditor who raised the issue for their opinion on how you should respond to the request.
• F.Inform the Technical Director that the nonconformity will be changed to an Opportunity for Improvement.
• G.Review the documentation produced and withdraw the nonconformity.
• H.State that a follow up audit will be necessary to review the evidence for the updated Statement of Applicability.

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