Technology Audit Services Protect and enhance value through data and technology We help organisations understand their key technology risks and how well they are mitigating and controlling those risks. Our team has deep expertise in recognised frameworks (COBIT, NIST, ISO, ITIL, FFIEC, CMMC etc.) and apply best practices from working with many of the world’s leading audit organisations.Our technology auditors and risk practitioners take risk-minded and business-objective focused approach and are involved in assessing and advising on virtually every aspect of the way an organisation uses (or should be using) technology to protect and enhance enterprise value. Protect and enhance enterprise value through the evaluation of technology governance, systems, operations, and projects Whitepaper July 8, 2025 4 min read The next phase: AI and human collaboration powering internal audit transformation AI is reshaping internal audit function. Protiviti's whitepaper 2025 offers insights on agile auditing, AI-human collaboration, and risk management. Read now. Read more Our Technology audit services Pro Briefcase Cybersecurity Audit Security programme and governance audit, assessments against frameworks, security risk assessments and control testing programmes, ransomware preparedness, incident response, technical assessments (e.g., penetration testing, threat hunting), privileged access reviews, and system and device (e.g., IoT) testing. Pro Building office Cloud Audit Cloud strategy audit and governance, security scans and assessments, assessments of cloud migration plans, controls over information access, and compliance with legal and regulatory mandates, effective implementation of the shared responsibility model, and assessment using the Well Architected Framework. Pro Document Consent Data Governance & Privacy Audit Assessments of data management and data governance, data quality assessments, data privacy programme reviews, data loss prevention reviews, and assessments against regulatory requirements. Pro Document Files Embedded Assurance Add an independent risk and controls audit lens to key enterprise projects for management, the audit committee, and applicable external compliance / regulatory entities. We partner throughout the project lifecycle. Pro Document Stack Enterprise Applications Audit Assessments of configuration and application controls, integrity of reporting, security models, sensitive access and segregation of duties, and fit-for-purpose. We use leading commercial, as well as proprietary technology solutions. Pro Legal Briefcase Technology Resilience Assess operational resilience in the context of your use of technology and data, including disaster recovery and crisis response plans, broader business resumption planning, technology infrastructure and architecture assessments, and assessments of overall technology strategy, structure and delivery capabilities. Embrace an integrated and collaborative approach with IT management Our approach Our technology audit framework embraces an integrated and collaborative approach with IT management that reflects the next generation of internal auditing. We evaluate the governance and controls supporting an organisation’s priorities, infrastructure, and delivery approach. Embrace an integrated and collaborative approach with IT management Leadership Mark Peters Mark is Managing Director in the London office in the UK. Mark leads the Internal Audit & Financial Advisory Practice in the UK. He has over 30 years of business, technology and operational risk consulting experience gained from serving a variety of companies ... Learn more Key partners Featured insights WHITEPAPER The next phase: AI and human collaboration powering internal audit transformation 4 min read AI is reshaping internal audit function. Protiviti's whitepaper 2025 offers insights on agile auditing, AI-human collaboration, and risk management. Read now. WHITEPAPER EMPOWERING THE PROGRESS OF SOX INNOVATION WITH ANALYTICS AND AUTOMATION 3 min read Key takeaways and findings from a SOX Compliance Poll of Audit and Finance Executives and Professionals... INSIGHTS PAPER Harnessing the future: Protiviti’s research on AI adoption 5 min read Due in large part to the rise of generative artificial intelligence (AI), organisations of all types and sizes are implementing, or considering adopting, AI for various business functions and activities — from accounting and finance to cybersecurity,... SURVEY From AI to Cyber - Deconstructing a Complex Technology Risk Landscape 4 min read Protiviti’s global internal audit survey 2024 highlights the challenges and technology risk trends faced by internal auditors worldwide. Download the report. Previous Article Pagination Next Article Frequently asked questions What are the benefits of technology audit services? + Technology audit services help organisations identify and manage key technology and IT risks, strengthen cybersecurity, and improve overall governance and resilience. Independent technology audits provide assurance and practical recommendations that help protect enterprise value, support confident decision-making, and ensure technology environments remain robust and well controlled. How can technology audit services help organisations ensure compliance with regulations? + Technology audit services evaluate systems, processes, and controls to assess how well organisations meet regulatory and governance expectations. Through detailed reviews, audits identify gaps and provide clear recommendations to strengthen controls, embed compliance into operations, and maintain trust with stakeholders. How can technology audit services help improve an organisation's cybersecurity? + Technology audit services enhance cybersecurity by identifying vulnerabilities, testing the effectiveness of security controls, and assessing how well risks are managed. Audits deliver actionable insights to improve areas such as access management, incident response, and ransomware preparedness helping organisations reduce cyber exposure and build long-term resilience. How do technology audit services assess cloud and enterprise applications? + Technology audit services review cloud strategies, shared responsibility models, and enterprise application controls to ensure secure and resilient operations. Auditors assess configurations, access rights, and reporting processes to reduce risks related to misconfigurations, data exposure, and third-party dependencies. What role does AI play in technology audit and IT audit functions? + Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming technology audits by automating testing, enhancing anomaly detection, and generating deeper risk insights. At the same time, AI introduces new governance and transparency challenges. Technology audit services help organisations address these risks through AI governance reviews, model assurance, and practical recommendations that support responsible and effective AI use. When should organisations consider an independent IT audit of major projects or transformations? + Independent IT audits are particularly valuable during cloud migrations, ERP implementations, cybersecurity initiatives, and large-scale digital transformations. Technology audit services provide boards and audit committees with an objective view of risks and controls across the project lifecycle, helping ensure technology investments deliver value without introducing hidden risks.
