When it comes to managing and protecting the data in any organization, you must have heard about standards like ISO 27000 and IS0 27001. These are internationally developed guidelines for establishing and maintaining an effective information security management system (ISMS) for different businesses.
In this blog, we’ll discuss the difference between them and how they can be helpful for your organization.
What are ISO 27000 and 27001?
In simpler terms, ISO 27000 outlines the series of information security standards including the basic terms, vocab, and definitions used throughout them. It includes basic preliminary details about all points of developing, managing, and improving security practices in any type or size of the company. ISO 27000 covers all aspects of managing information security in an organization and covers physical, technical, and administrative controls.
ISO 27001 on the other hand is part of the above-mentioned standards through which the organization implements the guidelines mentioned in ISO 27000 in the real world. It provides the basic framework and requirements for establishing good and efficient ISMS. It also emphasizes different tools that are mandatory to ensure data security in your enterprise including different technologies and procedures needed as well as the required staff. It works on a risk assessment approach while allowing your company to first identify possible security threats and risks present and then plan and execute various control measures to mitigate and minimize these risks.
It is through ISO 27001 audits that verify that your organization has a working security system in place to safeguard its confidential data and is concerned about protecting consumer information. Therefore, following ISO 27001 instructions is mandatory to be recognized and certified as a reliable company having a good and globally accepted ISMS.
If you need further guidance regarding ISO 27000 standards, you can take consultancy and training services from Vanguard Consulting.
ISO 27000 and 27001 Benefits:
These standards are of great help to companies in many ways. Firstly, they protect your organization from various security threats, data breaches as well as cyber criminals by identifying risk areas that maintain the integrity of your confidential information. Secondly, by introducing a structural framework, they enhance the focus and performance of your company and reduce the need for recurring audits. Thirdly, it gives consumer trust that their data is not being misused which ultimately improves your business reputation. Lastly, it protects you from many regulatory penalties or fines by allowing you to conform to all legal standards beforehand.
Thus, both standards play a key role in helping companies to adapt to good information security practices and protect them from unknown cyber threats.
Vanguard Consulting provides consultancy and training services to a variety of businesses for developing information security management systems based on ISO standards. We help you to secure your ISO 27001 certification by ensuring that your ISMS is properly documented, has required leadership and resources, works well to identify and reduce risks, and is improved continuously.