ISACA Karachi has entered a strategic partnership with Innovista and Pakistan Freelancers Association (PAFLA) to broaden the availability of ISACA’s internationally recognized certifications and training programs across Pakistan. This collaboration was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed recently in Islamabad, marking an important milestone in enhancing professional development opportunities for IT and cybersecurity professionals in the country.
The MoU enables Innovista and PAFLA to act as authorized partners in delivering ISACA certifications, renowned globally for their standards in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, and auditing. This alliance aims to equip Pakistani professionals, including freelancers and corporate employees, with the knowledge and skills required to meet international benchmarks in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
ISACA Karachi, a branch of the global ISACA organization, plays a crucial role in promoting IT governance and information security excellence in Pakistan. By teaming up with Innovista, a prominent training and consultancy firm and PAFLA, the leading association representing Pakistan’s growing freelance workforce, ISACA Karachi intends to make its certification programs more accessible and tailored to the needs of diverse professional groups.
Innovista brings extensive experience in providing high-quality technical training and certification support, while PAFLA represents thousands of freelancers engaged in IT, software development, digital marketing, and related fields. Together, this partnership will facilitate flexible and locally relevant training options, enabling individuals to enhance their credentials and improve their career prospects in a competitive global market.
The agreement reflects a growing focus on compliance and capacity building in Pakistan’s IT ecosystem, especially as digital transformation accelerates across multiple sectors including finance, telecommunications, and government. Professionals holding ISACA certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) are increasingly in demand, with organizations seeking to strengthen cybersecurity, audit, and risk management frameworks.
This partnership also supports Pakistan’s broader ambitions to develop a skilled workforce aligned with international standards, which is vital for attracting foreign investment and fostering innovation. With the rise of freelancing as a viable career path in Pakistan, providing accessible and credible certification pathways helps bridge skill gaps and promotes higher quality service delivery within the IT and digital services sectors.
By facilitating local delivery of ISACA training and certification exams, Innovista and PAFLA will reduce barriers related to cost, travel, and accessibility, making these credentials attainable for a wider audience. This step will empower professionals from diverse regions of Pakistan to upgrade their qualifications without needing to pursue costly international travel or training options.
The signing ceremony in Islamabad signaled a shared commitment among ISACA Karachi, Innovista, and PAFLA to advance professional standards and promote continuous learning within Pakistan’s information technology community. This partnership is expected to foster a culture of compliance, excellence, and innovation, supporting the country’s growing digital economy and cybersecurity resilience.
Through this collaboration, ISACA Karachi continues to strengthen its role as a key enabler of professional certification and knowledge dissemination in Pakistan, aligning local IT professionals with global best practices and opening pathways for career advancement in an increasingly complex technological environment.
Source: LinkedIn
