If the OIG identifies an issue and imposes a CIA, what will be the focus of the IRO in its annual audit?

If the OIG identifies an issue and imposes a CIA, what will be the focus of the IRO in its annual audit?

• A. The IRO ignores CIA-imposed issues.
• B. All issues are the focus of the IRO.
• C. CIA ends the audit.
• D. Those CIA-imposed issues become the focus of the IRO's annual audit.

Answer: (D)

When the OIG identifies an issue and imposes a corrective action plan, the IRO’s annual audit concentrates on those specific items to verify they’re being addressed. The IRO will look for evidence that the corrective actions were implemented on schedule, that they effectively remedy the root causes, that internal controls are strengthened, and that there’s ongoing monitoring until closure. This focused follow-up ensures accountability for the CIA and confirms that issues flagged by the OIG have been resolved. The other options don’t fit because ignoring the CIA-imposed issues, auditing everything equally, or treating the CIA as ending the audit wouldn’t align with the purpose of follow-up and compliance.

When the OIG identifies an issue and imposes a corrective action plan, the IRO’s annual audit concentrates on those specific items to verify they’re being addressed. The IRO will look for evidence that the corrective actions were implemented on schedule, that they effectively remedy the root causes, that internal controls are strengthened, and that there’s ongoing monitoring until closure. This focused follow-up ensures accountability for the CIA and confirms that issues flagged by the OIG have been resolved. The other options don’t fit because ignoring the CIA-imposed issues, auditing everything equally, or treating the CIA as ending the audit wouldn’t align with the purpose of follow-up and compliance.