ISACA Kettle Moraine Chapter
HISTORY
A committee was formed by Dave Cahll and Harvey Nusz to organize a Milwaukee chapter of the EDP Auditors Association (EDPAA). The first meeting of the committee was held on August 19, 1991 at the Wisconsin Electric Power Company. After some discussion the committee unanimously agreed to name the chapter the Kettle Moraine Chapter. This name was chosen to reflect the idea that the chapter would represent the southern area of Wisconsin and not just the Milwaukee metropolitan area. The formal organizing meeting of the Kettle Moraine Chapter of the EDPAA was held on September 29, 1981. On November 1, 1981 the Kettle Moraine Chapter was granted a charter from the EDP Auditors Association. EDP Auditors Association took on a new name in 1994, Information System Audit and Control Association and in 2005 shorten the organization's name to ISACA.
PRESENT
Today, the primary purpose of the Kettle Moraine Chapter is to promote the education of individuals for the improvement and development of their capabilities relating to the auditing of and/or management consulting in the field of IS audit, security and control. The objectives of the Kettle Moraine Chapter are:
- To promote the education of, and help expand the knowledge and skills of its members in the interrelated fields of auditing, quality assurance, security, and IS audit and control
- To encourage a free exchange of IS audit and control, quality assurance., and security techniques, approaches, and problem solving by its members
- To promote adequate communication to keep members abreast of current events in IS audit and control, quality assurance, and security fields that can be of benefit to them and their employers
- To communicate to management, auditors, universities, and to IS professionals the importance of establishing controls necessary to ensure the effective organization and utilization of IT resources
The Kettle Moraine Chapter supports these objectives through:
- Professional development and information exchange facilitated and provided through chapter luncheon meetings and seminars that provide an excellent opportunity to learn, share knowledge, and network with others involved in the audit, security and control of information systems
- Communication provided via our monthly newsletter, The ByteLine, and ongoing development of this website
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), and Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT) support and promotion via ongoing development of this website
- Participation by providing opportunities for members to gain leadership and organizational experience serving as chapter officers and volunteers
BI-LAWS
The name of this non-union, non-profit organization shall be the Kettle Moraine Chapter (hereinafter referred to as “Chapter”), a Chapter affiliated with the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (hereinafter referred to as the “Association”).
The primary purpose of the Chapter is to promote the education of individuals for the improvement and development of their capabilities relating to the auditing of and/or management consulting in the field of IS audit and control. The objectives of the Chapter are:
- To promote the education of, and help expand the knowledge and skills of its members in the interrelated fields of auditing, quality assurance, security, and IS audit and control;
- To encourage a free exchange of IS audit and control, quality assurance., and security techniques, approaches, and problem solving by its members;
- To promote adequate communication to keep members abreast of current events in IS audit and control, quality assurance, and security fields that can be of benefit to them and their employers, and;
- To communicate to management, auditors, universities, and to IS professionals the importance of establishing controls necessary to ensure the effective organization and utilization of IT resources.
Article III. Membership and Dues
Section 1. Classifications and Qualifications
- Active Member - any person interested in the purpose and objectives of the Chapter as stated in Article II shall be eligible for membership in the Chapter, and the Association, subject to rules established by the Association Board. Membership in the Chapter and the Association is co-extensive. Therefore, upon joining the Chapter, a person shall also join the Association, with accompanying rights and responsibilities.
- Retired Member - any member in good standing, who presents proof of retirement status, subject to rules established by the Association Board. Retired members shall be entitled to vote and hold office at the Chapter level.
- Student Member - full-time student currently enrolled in a degree program of an accredited college or university, subject to rules established by the Association Board. Proof of enrollment shall be submitted annually. Student members in good standing shall be entitled to vote and hold office at the Chapter level.
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Potential members shall:
- Meet the requirements of membership as outlined in Article III, Section 1.
- Complete an Association membership application form.
- Pay required dues to the Chapter and the Association.
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Membership in the Association shall be conferred upon an individual when the Association has received the required Association dues for that individual.
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Chapter dues shall be payable on or before 1 January of each year, in an amount determined by the Chapter Board, plus Association dues.
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A member whose dues are in arrears for more than 60 days shall no longer be deemed a Chapter member in good standing.
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A member shall forfeit Association membership if dues have not been paid to the Association and to the Chapter as required.
The regular meetings of the Chapter shall be held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise ordered by the Chapter Board.
The regular meeting in May shall be known as the annual meeting and shall be for the purpose of installing officers, receiving reports of officers and committees, and for any other business that may arise.
Special meetings may be called by the President or by the Chapter Board and shall be called upon written request by 5 members. The purpose of the meeting shall be stated in the call. Except in cases of emergency, at least 14 calendar days notice shall be given.
Ten percent of the membership shall constitute a quorum at any regular or special meeting.
The Officers of the Chapter shall be a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and immediate Past President
Section 2. Term of Chapter Office
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The Officers, except the immediate Past President, shall be elected annually for a term of one year, or until their successors are elected and assume office, or until they resign or are removed from office. The term of office shall begin on July 1st and continue through June 30th.
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No member shall hold more than one Chapter office at a time, and no member shall be eligible to serve more than two consecutive terms in the same Chapter office.
Section 3. Duties of Chapter Officers
The Chapter Officers shall perform the duties prescribed by
these bylaws, and the parliamentary authority adopted by the Chapter.
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Preside at all meetings of the Chapter and the Board
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Appoint all standing committee chairpersons and other committees as authorized by the Chapter Board
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Be an ex-officio member of all committees except the Nominating Committee
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Represent the Chapter at Leadership Conference/Presidents Council Meeting(s)
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Perform other duties as pertain to the office of President, or which may be delegated by the Chapter Board
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Perform the duties of the President in the event of his/her absence or disability
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Perform other duties as pertain to this office
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Take minutes of the meetings of the Chapter Board
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Maintain accurate lists of the membership, and attendance records
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Be responsible for the legal affairs, Chapter reports, and communications and correspondence pertaining to the Chapter
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Perform other duties as pertain to this office
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Be custodian of Chapter funds
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Receive all monies and disburse funds only upon the sanction of the Chapter Board, or the Chapter membership
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Remit dues to the Association as required
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Submit a written report at each regular meeting
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Submit books and records for audit when required
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File any and all tax forms required
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Perform other duties as pertain to this office
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Serve in an advisory capacity
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Perform other duties as pertain to this office
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If a vacancy should occur in any office, except that of immediate Past President, the vacancy shall be filled by the Chapter Board.
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If a vacancy occurs in the office of immediate Past President, the vacancy shall remain until filed by routine succession.
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If a Chapter officer’s membership in the Association shall for any reason terminate, that individual’s position as Chapter officer shall automatically become vacant.
Article VI. Nominations and Elections
Section 1. Chapter Nominations
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A Nominating Committee of 5 members shall be selected in the following manner:
- A Nominating Committee shall be elected by the Chapter Board at their March meeting.
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The Nominating Committee shall nominate candidates for offices to be filled at the annual meeting.
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The Nominating Committee shall report to the membership at the regular meeting in April. Each candidate shall have consented to serve.
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Nominations from the floor shall not permitted prior to the election.
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Officers shall be elected by ballot, which may consist of an electronic communications medium.
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In the event there is only one candidate for any office, voting on that office may be by voice.
Article VII. Chapter Board of Directors
Chapter Board of Directors shall consist of the officers, and 6 directors.
The Board of Directors shall:
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Supervise the affairs and conduct the business of the Chapter between business meetings
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Make recommendations to the membership
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Be subject to the orders of the membership
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Meet at least quarterly at a time and place determined by the Chapter Board
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Perform the duties prescribed in these bylaws and the parliamentary authority adopted by the Chapter
The Chapter Board shall have the authority to:
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Expend funds allotted in the approved budget
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Authorize non-budgeted expenditures not to exceed $5,000 without prior approval of the membership
A majority of the non-vacant Chapter Board positions shall constitute a quorum.
The Chapter Board shall secure whatever insurance coverage is deemed necessary to meet the needs of the Chapter.
Article VIII. Chapter Committees
Section 1. Standing Committees
There shall be the following standing committees: membership, program, certification, seminar, arrangements, and publications.
Section 2. Duties of Standing Committees
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The membership committee shall promote interest in the Chapter, and in the Association, and conduct an ongoing membership campaign. When requested by the Association, the local Chapter, through its membership committee, shall receive and forward applications for membership to the Association.
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The program comittee shall be responsible for preparing and recommending Chapter programs for the year, including a schedule of meeting dates, obtaining speakers for all programs, presiding at the speaker’s program at each meeting and maintaining a library of program topics and speakers.
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The certification committee shall assist the chapter CISA/CISM coordinator in promoting the CISA/CISM examination and professional designation locally, and shall provide assistance in planning and conducting chapter’s CISA/CISM review course, if conducted.
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The seminar committee shall be responsible for recommending, preparing and promoting seminars sponsored by the Chapter in efforts to further its members’ professional education.
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The arrangements committee shall be responsible for arranging for the facilities for attendees of all Chapter activities and preparing a report on those attending each meeting.
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The publications committee shall be responsible for maintaining the Chapter website, publicizing Chapter activities, major events and accomplishments of the Association, publishing the Chapter newsletter, developing and recommending Chapter advertising and editorial policies, and soliciting articles for the Chapter newsletter and website.
To effect dissolution of the Chapter, these bylaws must be rescinded by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the chapter membership after ten (10) days notice has been mailed to each member. In the event of dissolution, the Chapter shall notify the Executive Director of the Association, in writing, indicating the reason(s) for dissolution and shall return the Chapter charter and any other Chapter or Association documents to International Headquarters. All net assets shall go to a welfare, education or civic project designated by the Chapter membership, pursuant to Section 501 (c) (6) of the US Internal Revenue Code, or the appropriate country governing code with the approval of the association’s International President and Executive Director.
Article X. Parliamentary Authority
The rules contained in the latest edition of Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, or the appropriate country parliamentary authority, shall be the authority for all matters of procedure for the Chapter not specifically covered by its bylaws.
Article XI. Amendment of Chapter Bylaws
These bylaws may be amended at any regular meeting by a two-thirds vote of the Chapter members present provided such amendment has been adopted by two-thirds of the directors then in office and that the amendment has been submitted in writing at the previous regular meeting, or has been distributed to the entire Chapter membership at least ten days prior to the meeting at which it will be considered.