Continuous assurance requires skilled oversight beyond automation

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A new ISACA survey reveals that understaffed security teams struggle to maintain frequent risk assessments due to labor shortages. The article argues that while automation tools exist, they cannot replace the need for human expertise to verify evidence and manage compliance rhythms. Organizations must balance automated monitoring with skilled personnel who can explain and validate the results. This approach is critical for meeting requirements like FedRAMP 20x, which demand historical trend data rather than static snapshots.

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