ecfirst Recognized as an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) for ISACA Credentials such as CISA, CISM, and Advanced AI Certifications
Schaumburg, IL, USA (April 30, 2026) – ecfirst has earned ISACA Accredited Training Organization (ATO) status, positioning the firm to deliver world-class preparation for ISACA’s globally recognized credentials. The designation reflects an independent, rigorous assessment confirming that ecfirst’s training programs consistently produce high-quality outcomes for certification candidates.
This achievement deepens ecfirst’s long-standing commitment to the cybersecurity compliance ecosystem, including its role as an authorized CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO). As organizations across the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) work to meet the rigorous demands of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC), the need for credentialed, highly trained professionals has never been greater. The partnership between ecfirst and ISACA reflects a shared mission: building a skilled, certified workforce capable of defending critical systems, managing enterprise risk, and navigating the evolving AI security landscape and emerging opportunities with the DoW CMMC ecosystem, with precision and confidence.
ecfirst is now an Accredited Training Organization for the following ISACA credentials, including CMMC Certified Professional (CCP) and CMMC Certified Assessor (CCA) in 2027:
- Certified Information Systems Auditor® (CISA®) is a globally respected designation for experienced IS audit, control, and security professionals.
- Certified Information Security Manager® (CISM®) is a management-focused designation for individuals who develop, build, and manage enterprise information security programs.
- ISACA Advanced in AI Audit™ (AAIA™), the first advanced AI audit certification, validates the skills to advise on AI opportunities, assess and mitigate risks, ensure compliance, and leverage AI to meet organizational strategic goals.
- ISACA Advanced in AI Security Management™ (AAISM™) is the first and only AI-centric security management certification designed to help experienced IT professionals reinforce the enterprise’s security posture and protect against AI-specific threats.
- ISACA Advanced in AI Risk™ (AAIR™), AI-focused IT risk management credential crafted to enhance the expertise of certified IT risk professionals.
“Each of ISACA’s Accredited Training Organizations has completed a rigorous, third-party verified process to achieve this designation,” said Ben Heidenreich, ISACA Business Development Manager, Global Sales, Americas. “The ATO badge recognizes a Partner has met ISACA’s high standards to deliver trusted ISACA materials through expert trainers to ensure the best outcomes for their clients seeking ISACA’s globally recognized certifications.”
“Earning ISACA’s ATO designation is a defining milestone for ecfirst and a direct reflection of our unwavering commitment to excellence in cybersecurity education. ISACA’s credentials—CISA, CISM, AAIA, AAISM, and AAIR—represent the gold standard for IT, CMMC, and AI security professionals worldwide. As an ATO, ecfirst brings the same rigor, depth, and real-world insight to ISACA training that we deliver across every engagement. Our clients deserve nothing less than the best preparation to earn and wield these credentials with confidence.” said Ali Pabrai, Chief Executive, ecfirst.
For a list of courses and schedule, visit ecfirst.com. To register, visit ecfirst.biz.
About ecfirst
Founded in 1999, ecfirst is a leading provider of AI, cyber defense, and compliance services across the United States and globally. ecfirst delivers end-to-end services in the areas of HITRUST, CMMC, HIPAA, NIST, Privacy, Pen tests, and AI (ISO 42001 and NIST AI RMF). With ecfirst, you, the client, always have complete flexibility with our fixed-fee services across our On-Demand Consulting and the customized Managed Compliance Services Program. Complimentary with every engagement comes the ecfirst experience of delivering thousands of assessments, ensuring you receive deep industry insight and best practices implemented.
ecfirst is a HITRUST Authorized External Assessor, a CMMC Authorized C3PAO, APP, ATP, and RPO, and has established industry-leading credentials in training, including CHP, CSCS, CCSA, and aiCRP.
About ISACA
ISACA® (www.isaca.org) champions the global workforce advancing trust in technology. For more than 55 years, ISACA has empowered its community of 195,000+ members with the knowledge, credentials, training and network they need to thrive in fields like information security, governance, assurance, risk management, data privacy and emerging tech. With a presence in more than 195 countries and with more than 230 chapters worldwide, ISACA offers resources tailored to every stage of members’ careers—helping them to thrive in a rapidly changing digital landscape, drive trusted innovation and ensure a more secure digital world. Through the ISACA Foundation, ISACA also expands IT and education career pathways, fostering opportunities to grow the next generation of technology professionals.
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ecfirst Contacts:
Peter Harvey, Business Development Associate, +1.469.325.4239, Peter.Harvey@ecfirst.com
ISACA Contacts:
Emily Ayala, +1.847.385.7217, communications@isaca.org
Kristen Kessinger, +1.847.660.5512, kkessinger@isaca.org
