ISO 27001 certification

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Information Security Management Systems

Information Security Management Systems

What is ISO 27001?

ISO/IEC 27001 is the leading international standard for information security management systems (ISMS). Worldwide, organisations implement and maintain an ISMS to

  • Protect data that is crucial to the business
  • Mitigate risk and ensure stable operations
  • Provide confidence to stakeholders and customers

PROTECT VITAL BUSINESS DATA and USE RESOURCES EFFICIENTLY

The ISMS standard offers a well-proven framework to help companies increase information security levels whilst improving cost-efficiencies. Watch the video to learn more about the benefits of an ISMS based on ISO/IEC 27001.

Manage information security risk

The ISO/IEC 27001 standard outlines a risk management process involving people, processes and IT systems, thereby providing a holistic approach to information security. The video below gives a step-by-step introduction to the principles of risk management according to the ISMS standard and can serve as a helpful guideline for the implementation of your infosec system.

ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognised standard, published by the International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The standard specifies the requirements for implementing and maintaining an effective ISMS to protect against the root causes of information security risks. Organisations that achieve ISO/IEC 27001 certification strengthen their ability to protect themselves against cyberattacks and help prevent unwanted access to sensitive or confidential information. The scope of ISO/IEC 27001 is intended to cover all types of information, regardless of its form.

TÜV SÜD IS YOUR CERTIFICATION PARTNER FOR INFORMATION SECURITY

Certification to ISO/IEC 27001 can represent an important step in an organisation’s efforts to protect its IT infrastructure and to secure digitised data in its possession.

TÜV SÜD’s experienced auditors possess the accreditation and expertise to conduct ISO 27001 audits across industries. Through our worldwide network of professionals, we can provide certification services no matter where you are. Our experts adopt a holistic approach for your information security certification. What’s more, our status as an independent certification body ensures that the TÜV SÜD certification mark is accepted worldwide, making it a powerful tool for distinguishing your company in the market.

We also offer a foundation course that provides an overview of the standard’s requirements, helping your employees prepare for ISO 27001 assessment.


Benefits of ISO/IEC 27001 Certification

Ensure stable operations: Protect the confidentiality of your information, ensure the integrity of business data and the availability of your IT systems.

Create trust: Demontrate to stakeholders and customers that you are maintaining the highest standards for information security.

Mitigate risk: Reduce disruptions to critical processes and the financial losses associated with a breach.

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 TRANSITION

Organisations that currently hold the ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification will need to transition to the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard by 31 October 2025.

To learn more about the transition and certification requirements, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions below.

 

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What are the requirements for ISO 27001 certification?

    Understanding the context of the organisation and the requirements of the interested parties forms the basis of the ISMS implementation. Information security risk would need to be identified and mitigated with the applicable controls in Annex A to ensure that information assets are protected and commensurate to the risk levels and risk appetite.

    As in all management systems, objectives have to be identified, measured and monitored. Policies, procedures, processesand records would have to be documented to demonstrate the effective implementation of the ISMS.

     

  • How much does ISO 27001 certification cost?

    In line with ISO/IEC 27006 and accreditation requirements, the cost depends on, among others, the number of employees, IT complexity and the number of sites. For an estimated cost, contact us.

     

  • How do I get my company certified to ISO 27001 ISMS?

    You can protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of your information assets with an ISO 27001 certification. After ensuring all your documentation is in order, the certification will follow a simple 6-step process.
    1. Conduct a gap analysis to identify the gaps and define the scope of the ISMS.
    2. Addresses the identified gaps.
    3. Pre-audit.
    4. Stage 1 audit with TÜV SÜD auditors and address the Areas of Concern raised.
    5. Stage 2 audit with TÜV SÜD auditors and address any non-conformances raised.
    6. Receive your audit report and certificate after approval by the committee and initiate annual surveillance audits.
    To get an ISO 27001 certification for your company in Singapore, contact us.

  • Is the ISO 27001 certification mandatory?

    The ISO 27001 certification is not mandatory. However, we have noted an increasing trend of ISO 27001 being set as a criterion for tenders. Having this certification helps to gain customer trust and ensure better organisation-wide data protection. As a de-facto standard for information security, it benchmarks your processes against international practices and norms.

  • My organisation is certified to ISO/IEC 27001:2013, what is the transition timeline for ISO/IEC 27001:2022?

    Organisations with SAC accredited ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification will be given three years to transit to the new ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (by 31 Oct 2025). All ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certifications shall expire or be withdrawn at the end of the transition period.

    ISO/IEC 27001 certified organisations need to take the following actions prior to the transition audit:

    1. Review the new editions and make relevant changes to address the new / updated requirements of ISO/IEC 27001:2022
    2. Updating of the statement of applicability (SoA)
    3. If applicable, updating of the risk treatment plan 
    4. The implementation and effectiveness of the new or changed controls chosen by the clients
    5. Submit the revised documentations to TÜV SÜD
    6. Conduct an internal audit and management review to the new edition

    For any enquiries, please contact us here.

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