Welcome to The Skeptical Auditor podcast.
I’m Dr. Hernan Murdock and as the host of the podcast, I will be interviewing industry-leading professionals to bring you the latest insights, actionable advice, and real-life experiences that we can learn from to better serve our clients, and advance in our careers.
This podcast is primarily for audit, compliance, risk, and governance professionals, and the conversations we have will inform and motivate anyone interested in these topics at small, large, for-profit, and non-profit organizations.
Visit often, as together we practice skepticism and explore ways of obtaining knowledge through questioning, systematic doubt, and continual testing!
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Welcome to The Skeptical Auditor podcast.
I’m Dr. Hernan Murdock and as the host of the podcast, I will be interviewing industry-leading professionals to bring you the latest insights, actionable advice, and real-life experiences that we can learn from to better serve our clients, and advance in our careers.
This podcast is primarily for audit, compliance, risk, and governance professionals, and the conversations we have will inform and motivate anyone interested in these topics at small, large, for-profit, and non-profit organizations.
Visit often, as together we practice skepticism and explore ways of obtaining knowledge through questioning, systematic doubt, and continual testing!
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Shannon Noonan, CEO of HiNoon Consulting, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they discuss essential topics in auditing cybersecurity. Explore the importance of communication skills and risk management in this realm, along with valuable tips for adopting financial and operational mindsets for effective auditing. Discover the key skills and competencies auditors should acquire to excel in cybersecurity audits and uncover strategies for improved collaboration with organizations to identify and address issues promptly. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Shannon Noonan, CEO of HiNoon Consulting, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they tackle the governance challenges associated with the growing significance of cybersecurity. Explore strategies to enhance awareness and promote behavioral changes within organizations. Listen as they share insights into the importance of going beyond compliance to integrate cybersecurity into business growth strategies. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Bill Jennings, senior director at Delta Consulting Group, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they delve into the world of fraud within high-tech industries. Explore the roles of regulators and external auditors in combatting fraud and uncover the behavioral indicators that can help detect fraudulent activity. Gain valuable advice for achieving success in the field of fraud and forensics. This episode is a must-listen for those seeking insights into fraud prevention and detection in the ever-evolving high-tech landscape. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Bill Jennings, senior director at Delta Consulting Group, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they dive into the world of technological advancements and blockchain. Explore the wide-ranging applications, potential risks and the compliance implications for both US and international laws and regulations. They also share how data analytics plays a pivotal role in detecting anomalies for deeper investigation. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Domenick Claudio, internal controls consultant at RGP, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they discuss the keys to professional growth and excellence. Explore strategies for acquiring and sharing knowledge, steps for advancing your career, and practical ways to enhance the quality of your work. Discover valuable tips on showcasing the value auditors bring to organizations and fostering effective collaboration. Domenick also shares crucial insights on balancing operational and IT controls, along with essential skills for thriving in your career in the present and future. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, join Domenick Claudio, internal controls consultant at RGP, and Dr. Hernan Murdock as they delve into the world of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) expectations. Discover how these expectations, shaped by evolving standards and frameworks, impact both internal and external stakeholders of organizations. Explore innovative approaches to tackle ESG challenges beyond mere compliance, uncovering the path to sustainable success through long-term strategies, robust reporting and effective benchmarking. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, Jami Shine, corporate and IT auditor, and Hal Garyn, audit expert and president of Audit Executive Advisory Services LLC, join Dr. Hernan Murdock as they talk about the process and value of getting certified, and how certifications contribute to enhancing our knowledge and boost career advancement. Our guests also share tips to improve the quality of written communications, and ways to make reports more readable and actionable. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, Jamie Shine, corporate and IT auditor, and Hal Garyn, audit expert, join Dr. Hernan Murdock as they talk about ways to build stronger, more effective, and longer lasting relationships with audit clients. Jamie and Hal also share ideas on how to build personal development plans, and specific actions we can take to increase our expertise in our respective industries.
In this episode of The Skeptical Auditor, Dr. Hernan Murdock talks with cybersecurity expert Scott Lyons about the importance of balancing technical and soft skills, ideas on how auditors can gain cybersecurity skills, and ways to collaborate more effectively with cybersecurity professionals. Scott also shares valuable lessons from his personal and professional experiences for wellness and career success.
To kick off our new season of The Skeptical Auditor, Dr. Hernan Murdock sits down with Scott Lyons, cybersecurity expert, to discuss the many technologies in the world of cybersecurity that create new challenges for auditors. Tune in to learn how to adapt your audit practices to the rapidly changing cybersecurity field and to hear about the implications of AI for auditors in the future.
In this episode, Peyton shares how he used entrepreneurship, creativity and perseverance to shape his career as an IT auditor. We talk about ways to improve the quality of our communications, and how to balance data analytics, audit experience, the power of visualization and reporting tools to avoid overwhelming our audience. Peyton also shared experiences from one of his most memorable projects, the lessons learned and some great career advice.
In this episode, we talk about the impacts of the Great Resignation. How creativity, innovation and data analytics are influencing the future of our profession. We explore ways to find the best solution given the proliferation of data analytics tools in the marketplace. We also talk about the need for boundaries and clearer guidance when asked to build monitoring programs for management. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about two key perspectives to stay up to date given the rapid technological adoption within audit and our organizations. We also learn how we can work more effectively with data custodians within our organizations, and we share a very important career recommendation that will help you elevate your status as an internal auditor now and for many years to come. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk with Trent Russell about the importance of having a data analytics strategy, ways to better introduce data analytics in our departments, how to maximize the benefit from our training dollars and ways to choose what tools are best for our internal audit units. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about character traits for success in internal audit, what auditors should do as we move into the post-pandemic phase characterized by work-from-home arrangements and fewer visits to the office, and positive actions you can take to advance your career as an internal auditor.
In this episode, we talk about communicating audit results and in
particular audit reports. We examine the gap between what the
standards ask for and what auditors have been doing for decades. We
discuss the limitations of the current approach, reasons why it takes
so long to share the results of our work and explore some fresh ideas
that you can implement right away. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about the importance of quantitative and analytical skills, staying on top of developments that impact your organization, the importance of auditors thinking ahead and being predictive, and the importance of training that is relevant to your organization’s industry. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about the importance of understanding the mechanics of transactions and the importance of having a risk mindset. Mr. Zaki has some great advise for those starting their careers, and for those in the middle of their careers on how they can make that final push to the top. I also enjoyed hearing what keeps him motivated, and I believe you will find that uplifting too. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about her upbringing and how the many places where she lived helped her appreciate the importance of, and develop her skills, to be adaptable, resilient, show tolerance, and build relationships. She also explains why flexibility in the audit plan is so important, and how better listening can help auditors break down barriers and become business partners. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
In this episode, we talk about the importance of engaging auditors in their own project selection so they develop new skills, and for project managers to look beyond the immediate project and allocate time to the team’s skills development. She also shared tips on how to become a better interviewer, especially since that is such an important skill for auditors. Lastly, she shared a great technique to improve our ability to improve ramping up our work after an interruption. **Not eligible for NASBA CPEs**
Welcome to The Skeptical Auditor podcast.
I’m Dr. Hernan Murdock and as the host of the podcast, I will be interviewing industry-leading professionals to bring you the latest insights, actionable advice, and real-life experiences that we can learn from to better serve our clients, and advance in our careers.
This podcast is primarily for audit, compliance, risk, and governance professionals, and the conversations we have will inform and motivate anyone interested in these topics at small, large, for-profit, and non-profit organizations.
Visit often, as together we practice skepticism and explore ways of obtaining knowledge through questioning, systematic doubt, and continual testing!
