ISO 27001 | Information security management

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What is ISO 27001?

ISO 27001 is a standard for information security management in organizations. The standard aims to ensure that information in organizations is stored and processed securely.

By establishing clear procedures, identifying the risks, and setting up controls, the standard will help ensure that your organization’s data remains secure and accessible (to authorized parties).

Here at Hermeticon, we rely on our extensive knowledge to provide organizations with the necessary solutions for complying with the standard.

Our consultants have vast experience with information security and are CISO-certified.

With our CISO as a service offering, you can get a unique solution tailored to your needs, resources, and field of business.

What is ISO 27001 for?

From private companies to corporations, any company that wishes to protect itself from data breaches will get significant value from getting ISO 27001 certified, as compliance with this standard is now a core requirement in many tenders.

Certification is also required for working on government projects that include digital data transfers or providing IT systems or services to government bodies.

Once your organization is compliant, you will have an efficient system that will enable you to control how you manage your data, how you use it, and who can access it.

Here is everything you need to know about ISO 27001:

How much does ISO 27001 certification cost?

The cost of the certification process is divided into two parts:

The first part is a certification audit fee that goes to a certification institute of your choice. The second part is the fee for Hermeticon’s support and consulting services.

Once we know your organization and its needs (the company’s size, the complexity of the project, the work processes, etc.), we will scope the project in terms of work hours and provide you with a detailed plan, including pricing details.

How long will the certification process take?

The length of the process depends on factors like the size and type of your organization. Hermeticon’s knowledgeable quality consultants can help you optimize the process and help you get more value—for less.

It also depends on how involved your organization is in the process, how much time and resources it is willing to invest, and how cooperative it is.

Most small and medium-sized organizations that prepare for the process correctly get certified within 6–12 months.

The auditor from the certification institute will check your organization’s compliance during the three months before the audit, so the process will likely take several months.

It is important to inform the surveyor if you are on a tight schedule due to an approaching tender deadline or a client’s requirement. They may be able to shorten the implementation period.

Do we need ISO 27001 compliance throughout the entire organization?

Yes, you most definitely do. The standard will ensure your organization is hermetically sealed and safe from data leaks.

We are already ISO-9001 certified. Can we get ISO 27001 certification as well?

Yes. ISO 9001 focuses on quality management, whereas ISO 27001 focuses on information security.

There is some overlap between the two standards. Many of the steps required for ISO 9001 certification are needed for ISO 27001 as well. You can establish a combined information security system covering work processes and personal data storage requirements.

Should we get SOC 2 certification or ISO 27001 certification?

Since SOC 2 is a US-based framework, compliance audits are carried out by a US-based accounting firm, whereas local certification institutes perform ISO 27001 audits. For GDPR, there is no formal certification process.

If you want to enter the US market, ISO 27001 certification may not be enough. However, if you are already ISO-27001 certified, you will find SOC 2 certification much easier because you already have installed the required data management systems.

Suppose you are planning to enter the European and/or the US market at some point in the future. In that case, we recommend that you opt for a combined, comprehensive process with support for future renewal to guarantee your certification readiness.

We are ISO-27001 certified. Does that mean we are also GDPR compliant?

No. ISO 27001 does not cover the legal aspects of GDPR (e.g., supplier agreements).

Does ISO 27001 require us to use a CISO-as-a-service offering?

No, but it does require you to appoint an executive who will be responsible for information security. Depending on the size of your organization, it may be best for you to hire an information security professional or outsource to a third party.

Some organizations prefer to work with a third-party vendor to oversee processes because an in-house employee must audit their work.

Then why get certified at all?

• Tenders: certification is often a core requirement for competing in public tenders.
• Client requirements: many international, corporate, and government clients only work with certified companies.
• Image: certification helps you make an excellent first impression. It communicates to your clients that you are reliable, professional, and responsible.
• Efficiency and optimization: getting certified is a great way to ensure you manage your data correctly and improve performance across your organization. This includes minimizing your risk of data breaches and cyberattacks.

In short, certification means meeting the legislator’s data protection requirements. It means your clients will be safer working with you and get better service. It ensures your data is backed up and helps you recover faster from disasters.

What are the benefits of getting certified for compliance with an information security standard? Certification:

• This means your data will be better organized, and information will be easier to find.
• Helps prevent unauthorized access and data breaches.
• Protects your business physically and logically.
• Raises your employees’ information security awareness.
• It enables you to meet local and international legislative requirements (e.g., HIPAA and GDPR).
  • It helps you identify and address risks.
  • Lowers your exposure to online fraud.
  • Enables business continuity and quicker disaster recovery.
  • Minimizes data loss and unrecoverable data.
  • Ensures your compliance with Israeli data privacy laws.
  • Optimizes your work processes, improving efficiency and decreasing costs.
  • It gives you an edge over uncertified organizations, as many clients require certification or have advanced information security requirements.
  • It helps you meet the needs of your internal and external stakeholders more effectively.