This certification mark, as used by authorized persons, certifies that the services are being performed by professionals who have met established standards of knowledge, experience and competence required to excel in accounting, finance, and information management services involving technology as related to risk and assurance, security and privacy, business solutions, data analytics, and technology assurance services. A professional authorized to use this certification mark provides business insight by leveraging knowledge of information, data relationships, and supporting technologies. He or she often acts as a bridge between the technology that houses the information and the financial or operational results.