Achieve ISO/IEC 27001 with our Subject Matter Experts
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What is ISO/IEC 27001?
ISO/IEC 27001 is the globally recognised standard for Information Security, it was developed by the International Standards Organisation (ISO) in partnership with International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
In simple terms, ISO/IEC 27001 ensures that your business operates in a consistent manner with regard to security ensuring it is embedded within the business DNA. It facilitates the implementation of proportionate Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) measures.
The standard supports effective risk management via a range of mandatory clauses and associated protective controls to be used to manage identified risks.
What are the benefits of acquiring ISO/IEC 27001 certification for Your business?
In effect, this comes down to a range of considerations and what is driving your business to consider ISO/IEC 27001.
Complying with or certifying to ISO/IEC:27001 certification:
Provides assurance to your clients and customers that protection and security of data (theirs and yours) is of high importance and value to your organisation and that you are managing risks within a formally recognised standard.
Demonstrates your commitment to Information and Data security considering client, legal, and regulatory requirements.
Helps protect the
- Confidentiality,
- Integrity and
- Availability of your business data
Many large scale organisations and Government contracts require evidence of secure data handling, ISO/IEC 27001 is independently audited and certified to provide that assurance.
Sets your company apart from others without the certification, often considered a more secure / trustworthy company.
Cyber security is receiving increased focus within supply chain assurance and contracts within RFPs, RFI’s.Â
Having a certified ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS enables an effective response for contractual obligations that have been independently audited by a UKAS Accredited body.
Sets your company apart from others without the certification, often considered a more secure / trustworthy company.
Certifying your ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS) can have a positive impact on renewal premiums.
Demonstrably complying with Legal & Regulatory obligations can illustrate, to interested parties, your commitment to effective cyber and protective security measures being embedded within the business.
Additionally, should your business experience a disruptive event, such as a cyber-attack, holding a certified ISO/IEC 27001 security management system demonstrates that risk have been identified and risk management measures have been deployed.Â
Demonstrates investment and commitment to data security and reduces the likelihood of a data breach / loss.
ISO/IEC 27001 Structure
ISO/IEC 27001 comprise two main elements, Clauses and Controls.
Clauses
Clauses ae mandated within the standard and this is what your business will be certifying. Clauses cover a range of areas and focus on ensuring leadership support for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
This area focuses on internal and external issues that are relevant to the business and its operation.
Establishes how top management are demonstrating Leadership and Commitment for establishing an ISMS.
Considers the risks and associated opportunities for the ISMS for the business. Additionally, defines risk treatment protective security measures for identified risks.
Ensuring that the resources are available and they have the necessary competence for their assigned roles and responsibilities.
Ensures that necessary planning, requirements, and the implementation of controls meets the needs of the business and ISO/IEC 27001.
Ensures that proportionate monitoring and measurement criteria is in place for the ISO/IEC 27001 ISMS within its continued operation.
Ensures that continual improvement is embedded within the ISO/IEC 27001 business-as-usual operation. Management of non-conformities and opportunities for improvement are fundamental.
Controls
The standard documents a set of controls that contribute to the management of risks. In the latest standard the controls are logically grouped within four themes.
Should you choose, the controls within the standard are not mandated and providing that any implemented measures to reduce the level of risk is documented then you can still certify to ISO/IEC 27001.Â
Controls that establish overarching policies, roles, responsibilities, classification of information, threat intelligence, asset management, information classification, incident management, and protection of records.Â
In real terms this looks at the organisation and how the business operates with what can be considered good practice.
Considers pre-employment checks, employment contracts, supporting processes and procedures, etc.
Considers securing offices, locks, alarms, CCTV, equipment, etc.
Considers end-point devices, anti-malware, network security, secure coding, etc.
Have more questions?
We have experience in a number of different arenas and can support businesses in whatever their particular field. We have supported manufacturing industries, Corporate Businesses, Marketing and Print companies, Pension providers, Lawyers and Police investigations.
In real terms we can tailor our service to meet your individual needs. Complying, and or certifying, to ISO?IEC 27001 requires the following core elements:
- Gap Analysis
- Establishing an ISMS
- Stage 1 Audit
- Implementation of an ISMS
- Stage 2 Audit
- Maintain & Operate an ISMS
- Internal Audits
- Management Reviews
Simply get in touch and let’s start a conversation. You can call, email or fill in the Contact Us form and we will get back to you to discuss your specific needs and how we can help.
Yes we can, although much of our work is subject to Non-Disclosure Agreements, however, with permission, we can share certain information to perspective new clients, once an appropriate NDA is in place.
We achieved our own certification within two weeks, however our normal security operations were already compliant with ISO27001. For a company starting from scratch to achieve ISO/IEC 27001, we would provisionally allocate a 6 month period of preparation prior to the Stage 2 Audit. This assumes little or not pre-existing documentation, policies and procedures in place. To facilitate the process, we have a number of templates that companies can use to amend / develop documentation and achieve Certification.
TrustedIA can help you with all aspects of cyber/protective security – Physical, Procedural, Technological, and Personnel.
We have experience across a number of disciplines and business areas including: Manufacturing, Education, Local Government, HM Government, Insurance, Medical, Transportation, Defence, Legal, and Automotive.
Our recommendations align with the security controls within ISO/IEC 27001 and NIST 800-53 amongst others.
We can provide advice and guidance in working towards the Standards, or achieving Certification.
Ultimately, we tailor our provision to meet your specific requirements and aspirations.