ISO 27001 Information Security Management System

Information Security Management System (ISO 27001) is the basic and most important standard in a world controlled by technology and all government and private services in Saudi Arabia, especially as it is moving towards digital systems according to a clear vision and with steady steps. Therefore, we find that the institution’s protection of its information security is the biggest and most important concern that determines the level of competition among all technological sectors.

Therefore, we find that according to the latest international statistics, there is a 20% annual increase in obtaining the certificate (IEC/ ISO 27001:2022 Information Security Management Systems (which includes information security and confidentiality, cybersecurity, and privacy protection), which proves the increased awareness of organizations of the importance of achieving the standard and the benefits to the business and to obtain its most important benefits.

ISO 27001 International Standard for Information Security Certification

ISO 27001 is an international standard that lays a strong foundation for an information security management system and reduces the possibility of unauthorized access. It is an effective tool for achieving sound information security. It ensures that strict procedures are in place to protect data from unauthorized access and illegal use. With ISO 27001 certification, organizations can prove to their customers that they are dealing with an organization that can protect their transactions, which instills trust between the two parties.

Main objectives of ISO 27001

• Protection of sensitive data

Protection of sensitive data reduces the chance of security breaches and protects the privacy of affected individuals.

• Security risk management

Identifying and assessing security risks that the organization may face. This will allow the organization to take the necessary measures to deal with these risks and reduce their impact.

• Information recovery

Providing procedures for recovering information when security incidents or data loss. This contributes to restoring lost information and ensuring service continuity.

• Reducing security breaches

Enhancing security protection generally reduces the likelihood of security breaches and leakage of sensitive information.

• Achieving legal compliance

Achieving legal compliance concerning information security. This standard ensures that all relevant laws and regulations are implemented and respected.

• Achieving dynamism and trust

Enhancing dynamism and confidence in the business environment. Comprehensive and effective security management increases the stability of operations and enhances the organization’s certification that it is committed to best information security practices.

Features of the international standard for information security ISO 27001

ISO 27001 has many features that no organization/company can do without, and we summarize them as follows:

1. ISO 27001 specifies the risks and difficulties associated with digital information security while developing solutions to eliminate these risks.
2. The flexibility of ISO 27001 in setting these controls and solutions within the business organization.
3. The confidence of the organization’s customers and stakeholders that their private data is protected from hacking.
4. Announcing these controls gives the organization the confidence of customers that it is the best place to deal with them.
5. Also, compliance with these controls helps to obtain new opportunities for that organization.

Requirements for obtaining ISO 27001 Information Security Certification

Implementing an information security management system (ISO 27001) includes several key steps. For example, assessing the current security of information, developing an action plan to improve security, implementing security policies and procedures, monitoring results, and evaluating performance.

ISO 27001 should require several points from the organization’s management, including:

• The organization should constantly examine information security risks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Therefore, it is necessary to work on implementing a comprehensive package of procedures that are compatible with the requirements of ISO 27001
• Also, work on treating risks such as avoiding and not repeating them.
• The organization adopts comprehensive management for these controls continuity and must meet its information security needs permanently.
• Training and qualifying the organization’s employees on the requirements of ISO 27001 and graduating trained and qualified cadres to implement these requirements.
• Pass the audit by a certification body accredited by the Saudi Accreditation Center.

What is the role of top management in implementing and maintaining ISO 27001?

The basic tasks of senior management include:

• Establishing an appropriate information security policy and guidelines for the organization.
• Appointing an official for the information security management system.
• Providing sufficient financial and human resources to implement the system.
• Ensuring that appropriate support and training are provided to employees.
• Following up on implementing the information security management system, measuring its performance, and providing the necessary reports to top management.

Guidance for Consulting and Training

We have the knowledge and experience to help institutions and individuals comply with the requirements of the Saudi Standards and Quality Organization, the Food and Drug Authority, and other entities that impose legal and mandatory requirements in the Saudi market.

To qualify your facility, train its personnel and fulfill the required documents to implement the quality and ISO systems.