ISACA, a prominent global IT professional association and learning organization, has announced plans to expand its offerings and programs in India. Currently, ISACA has 12 chapters in India with over 8,500 members, including senior IT professionals from various domains and leading IT companies. The organization aims to strengthen its certifications and programs for early-stage professionals, new graduates, and those looking to switch careers or enhance their skills in the IT industry.
As a first step towards this initiative, ISACA has launched the Information Technology Certified Associate (ITCA) certification. ITCA is a flexible certification that combines knowledge-based learning and performance-based learning through live labs in a virtual environment. It consists of five modular certificates in different IT domains, which can be earned separately or stacked in various ways. The certification is suitable for students, recent graduates, professionals new to IT, or those seeking a career change.
The ITCA certification prepares individuals for in-demand roles such as computer systems administrator, technical support specialist, database administrator, systems engineer, applications developer, front-end web developer, and quality assurance analyst. It offers a flexible format that can be completed at one’s own pace, accommodating existing college and work schedules. The certification also benefits experienced audit, security, or governance professionals aiming to enhance their understanding of fundamental IT concepts.
ISACA’s CEO, David Samuelson, highlights the organization’s commitment to supporting professionals at every stage of their career journey, including new graduates and those transitioning to IT due to the pandemic. The ITCA certification serves as a tool for differentiation and professional development as individuals enter the job market and start their IT careers.
The Indian IT industry is experiencing significant growth, with over 138,000 net hires expected by the end of FY21, reaching a total employee base of 4.47 million. Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, the Indian IT sector has continued to flourish due to accelerated digital transformation and technology adoption.
The ITCA certification adds to ISACA’s existing portfolio of credentials, including CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CSX-P, and CDPSE, which have been widely recognized and respected in the professional community for years.
