ISO 27001 is the international standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
ISO 27001 certification also sets the global benchmark for a risk-based approach to cyber security management. It establishes a comprehensive framework to ensure effective information security, cybersecurity, and privacy protection.
An ISO 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS) helps to make sure information is always appropriately protected to assist with the preservation of:
- Confidentiality – ensuring that access to information is appropriately authorised.
- Integrity – safeguarding the accuracy and completeness of information and processing methods.
- Availability – ensuring authorised users have access to information when required.
Why choose ISO 27001?
Improved information security: By implementing the controls outlined in the standard, your organisation will better protect its sensitive data and systems from cyber threats and other security risks.
Increased customer trust: ISO 27001 certification demonstrates to customers and clients that an organisation takes information security seriously and is committed to protecting its data.
Enhanced compliance: Many industries and sectors have regulatory requirements related to information security. ISO 27001 certification helps meet these requirements and demonstrate compliance.
Competitive advantage: In some cases, clients may only do business with organisations that have demonstrated their commitment to information security through ISO 27001 certification.
Improved risk management: The risk assessment and management process required for ISO 27001 certification can help an organisation identify and prioritise potential security risks and implement controls to mitigate them.
Improved business continuity: By implementing the controls outlined in the standard, an organisation can improve its ability to continue operating in the event of a security incident or other disruptive event.
ACHIEVING YOUR ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION
Why partner with Cognisys?
Expertise
Our team has extensive experience in ISO 27001 and holds all the relevant qualifications. We provide valuable expertise and guidance throughout the process of implementing an ISO 27001 compliant ISMS. We help the organisation understand the requirements of the standard and how to effectively implement them.
Objectivity
We provide an objective perspective and help identify potential weaknesses or gaps in the organisation’s current security practices.
Time and resource savings
Developing and implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) can be a time-consuming and resource-intensive process. We help streamline the process and ensure that it is completed efficiently.
Independent verification
We provide independent verification of the organisation’s ISMS, which is helpful in demonstrating compliance to regulatory bodies or clients.
Ongoing support
We provide ongoing support to help the organisation maintain its ISMS and ensure ongoing compliance with the standard.
Learning Lab nails ISO 27001 audit with expert guidance
Before the ISO 27001 audit, Learning Lab felt they lacked certain technical knowledge and a reliable reference point, unsure if they were on the right track or off-course, leaving them feeling lost.
With structured guidance from Cognisys and automated assessments from Vanta, Learning Lab had a clear roadmap for meeting ISO 27001 requirements. They appreciated the pressure from Cognisys, which provided the right motivation to excel in their audit.
Learn about Learning Lab’s journey here:
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