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Do your customers request an ISO 27001 certification, but you feel like ISO 27001 is too hard to implement, ISO 27001 is too expensive to implement, ISO 27001 is just for big enterprises? You are not alone. While some might say that obtaining the corresponding certificate might have become a commodity, a successful implementation is quite challenging. I have come up with a standardized 12-step approach that is applicable to all organisations, regardless of size, type or nature. ✅Step 1: Obtain management support ✅Step 2: Initiate the ISMS ✅Step 3: Scope determination ✅Step 4: Define information security policy ✅Step 5: Competence Assurance ✅Step 6: Risk Management Methodology ✅Step 7: Asset inventorisation ✅Step 8: Information security risk assessment ✅Step 9: Information security risk treatment ✅Step 10: Performance Evaluation ✅Step 11: Improvement 🏅Step 12: Certification audit Becoming certified is not easy but its definitely a manageable task if approached the right way If you are want to learn more about how to implement this standard, you might benefit from my free newsletter/blog. https://lnkd.in/eQ_viqxp #informationsecurity #iso27001

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A quick start guide for ISO/IEC 27001. If you feel like: ⦿ ISO 27001 is too hard to implement, ⦿ ISO 27001 is too expensive to implement, ⦿ ISO 27001 is just for big enterprises? You are not alone. While some might say that obtaining the corresponding certificate might have become a commodity, a successful implementation is quite challenging. I have come up with a standardized 12-step implementation project plan that is applicable to all organisations, regardless of size, type or nature. ✅Step 1: Management Support ✅Step 2: Scope of the ISMS ✅Step 3: Gap Analysis ✅Step 4: Competence Assurance ✅Step 5: Information Security Policy ✅Step 6: Asset Inventory ✅Step 7: Risk Management Methodology ✅Step 8: Information security risk assessment ✅Step 9: Information security risk treatment ✅Step 10: Performance Evaluation ✅Step 11: Improvement 🏅Step 12: Certification audit In total there are around 300+ tasks that need to be completed. Becoming certified is not easy but its definitely a manageable task if approached the right way Want to know about the TOP 3 mistakes to avoid in the very beginning? LINK in comment ↓

With regards to NIS2, implementing an ISMS according to ISO/IEC 27001 might not be a bad idea. But, how do you approach such a project? Here is one way of doing it: ✅ Step 1: Obtain management support ✅ Step 2: Scope determination ✅ Step 3: Gap Analysis ✅ Step 4: Competence Assurance ✅ Step 5: Define information security policy ✅ Step 6: Risk Management Methodology ✅ Step 7: Asset inventorisation ✅ Step 8: Information security risk assessment ✅ Step 9: Information security risk treatment ✅ Step 10: Performance Evaluation ✅ Step 11: Improvement 🏅 Step 12: Certification audit You can find a more detailed description of the steps over here: https://lnkd.in/eHcNi43w

Risk Assessment Procedure Template. It covers the following: 1. Identify and describe information security risks: This involves identifying assets, threats, existing controls, and vulnerabilities. 2. Identify risk owners: For each identified risk, assign a risk owner responsible for managing and mitigating that risk. 3. Assess impact of information security risks: Evaluate the potential impact on a scale from 1 (minor) to 5 (catastrophic). 4. Assess likelihood of information security risks: Estimate the probability of the risk occurring on a scale from 1 (very unlikely) to 5 (very likely). 5. Determine risk levels: Calculate the risk score by multiplying the impact and likelihood scores (1-25 scale). 6. Compare results of risk analysis with risk criteria: Categorize each risk as low, medium, high or very high based on the organization's predefined risk acceptance thresholds. 7. Prioritize risks for risk treatment: Identify which risks require additional treatment based on the risk categorization. 8. Update risk register: Document all identified risks, assessments, and treatments in the organization's risk register. The procedure aims to provide a comprehensive, standardized approach to identifying, analyzing, and evaluating information security risks within the organization.

How to Implementing ISO 27001:2022 🚀 Objective: Establish a robust Information Security Management System (ISMS) in line with ISO 27001:2022 to achieve certification. Week 1-2: Initiation and Planning Kickoff: Secure management commitment, establish the project charter, and scope out internal and external factors influencing ISMS. Key Output: Context Analysis Report & ISMS Scope Statement. Week 3: Gap Assessment Objective: Identify gaps between current practices and ISO 27001:2022 requirements. Key Output: GAP Assessment Report highlighting areas for improvement. Week 4-5: Risk Management Objective: Establish a formal risk management process. Key Output: Risk Management Plan & Risk Assessment Report. Week 6-7: Policies and Procedures Objective: Develop a comprehensive Information Security Policy and supporting procedures. Key Output: Information Security Policy & Supporting Policies. Week 8-9: Implementation Objective: Implement selected technical and administrative controls. Key Output: Control Implementation Records. Week 10: Internal Audit Objective: Monitor and measure ISMS performance through internal audits. Key Output: Internal Audit Reports & Management Review Minutes. Week 11: Certification Preparation Objective: Finalize preparations for the ISO 27001 certification audit. Key Output: Final Documentation Review & Mock Audit Report. 🔐 Outcome: The Company is well on its way to achieving ISO 27001:2022 certification, showcasing a commitment to information security and client trust. #ISO27001 #InformationSecurity #Consulting #RiskManagement #ISMS #CertificationJourney

Become a Certified Lead Auditor in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS! 🤝 Elevate your career with our Exemplar Global Certified Lead Auditor training on ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Information Security Management Systems. Gain the skills to conduct audits, ensure compliance, and safeguard information assets with confidence. Key Learning Outcomes: ✅ In-depth understanding of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS requirements. ✅ Step-by-step guidance on conducting audits, from planning to reporting. ✅ Techniques for managing audit teams and auditing risk management processes. ✅ Identifying and mitigating information security risks. Invest in your professional development and help your organization or clients safeguard critical information assets. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to become an Exemplar Global Certified Lead Auditor in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 ISMS. #SIRIM #SIRIMAcademy#ISOIEC27001 #ISMS #Informationsecurity

🌟 Term of the week: Statement of Applicability 🌟 What is a Statement of Applicability? In the context of ISO 27001, the Statement of Applicability (SoA) is an important document.  It lists all the security controls from Annex A of the standard, detailing which controls are implemented and providing justification for those deemed not applicable.  The SoA demonstrates an organisation's commitment to managing information security risks tailored to its specific needs. Why it matters: The SoA ensures compliance with ISO 27001 and acts as a transparent tool that shows stakeholders how information security is handled.  It allows organisations to systematically manage, review, and improve their security practices. Quick fact: Creating a thorough and accurate Statement of Applicability is essential for passing ISO 27001 audits, as it outlines the organisation's approach to security and risk management. Over to you: How does your organisation utilise the Statement of Applicability to enhance information security management? 🔗 Learn more: see the link in the comments below 👇 #ISO27001 #InformationSecurity #RiskManagement

Save this shortcut for later! Did I say “shortcut”? Implementing an ISO 27001 compliant information security management system is a challenging project that requires a structured approach. I have come up with a standardized 12-step implementation project plan that is applicable to all organisations, regardless of size, type or nature. ✅ Step 1: Obtain Management Support ✅ Step 2: Determine Scope ✅ Step 3: Gap Analysis ✅ Step 4: Information Security Policy ✅ Step 5: Competence Assurance ✅ Step 6: Asset Inventory ✅ Step 7: Risk Management Methodology ✅ Step 8: Information security risk assessment ✅ Step 9: Information security risk treatment ✅ Step 10: Performance Evaluation ✅ Step 11: Improvement 🏅 Step 12: Certification audit Each step helps to deliver the mandatory documented information as required by ISO 27001. 👉 Link to the Project Plan in first comment.

🔟How to Plan Security Strategy aligned to ISO 27001:2022 3️⃣ A strategy requires 3-5 years to bear fruit. Give it that time 🚩 For implementing ISMS aligned to ISO 27001:2022 do the following 🥋 Organization environment deep dive and scan. Evaluate risks qualitatively. Remeber ISMS is risk driven. 🛄 Do a gap assessment. Evaluate what controls of ISMS already exist and what does not. Add any additional controls which are not there in ISO 27001. Now you know what you need to do. Develop a policy or a process or a procedure and how to implement it. 👉🏽 Risk Assessment. Create a Risk Register and evaluate them qualitatively or quantitatively. A simple excel based format could be Risk Id ll Risk Description ll Likelyhood ll Impact ll Risk Score ll Risk Owner ll Risk Response ll Risk Status || ✅ Now create the controls to meet the gaps done in your gap assessment and risk assessment 👉🏽 Respond to risks as per their priority. Document everything done. 🫡 Revisit the process as per your organizational plan Want to learn practical ISMS implementation watch out for my live course on ISMS implementation Protecte Academy #isms