Conduct and analyze IT compliance assessments

Trigger: A scheduled audit cycle begins or a new regulatory framework dictates a formal review of the IT environment.

1. Define the assessment scope and applicable regulatory frameworks
2. Collect IT system configurations, policies, and access logs
3. Test existing IT controls against mandated compliance standards
4. Identify and document control deficiencies and compliance gaps
5. Draft remediation plans for identified vulnerabilities
6. Publish the final IT compliance assessment report to stakeholders

Outcome: A comprehensive compliance report is delivered detailing control effectiveness, identified gaps, and required remediation actions.