Information security management system in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 and IT baseline protection
Your security as a strategic success factor
Information security management is essential and important for the identification of threats and vulnerabilities and the prevention of risks for companies / organizations today. The successful implementation of information security management is always dependent on the following factors:
- Corporate culture
- Organization
- Corporate strategy
- Business processes and
- Communication technology
As the
- Threat potentials,
- structures of companies and organizations and
- Requirements for the supporting technology
Since business processes and IT assets are constantly changing, information security management must establish a link between business processes and IT assets in order to be able to operate meaningful and sustainable risk management on this basis.
According to the requirements of ISO 27001, information security management is a continuous process according to the PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle, which should be pursued as consistently as possible and without interruption.
5 elements of information security
Overview of ISO 27001?
ISO 27001
is a
international standard
for
Information security management systems
(ISMS). The current version,
DIN EN ISO/IEC 27001:2022
offers a structured approach to
Protection of sensitive information
and to minimize risks.
ISO stands for the International Standardization Organization, an international association of national standardization organizations from 167 countries. The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) focuses on standards in the field of electrics and electronics. Together they develop standards for information and communication technology.
For whom is ISO 27001 certification important?
Although ISO 27001 certification is not mandatory, it is common and above all important for important business relationships. Because without clear rules and measures for dealing with risks, your information is at risk. There are industries that are particularly often affected by cyberattacks and ransomware. In these organizations, ISO 27001 is the norm.
The following sectors have lost the most revenue since 2019
- High-tech
- Biosciences
- Automotive industry
- Consumer goods and services
- Banking
- Health
- Retail trade
- Insurances
- Mechanical engineering
- Communication and medium
Companies need to think about their information security. The ISO 27001 controls are a great help here. They make it easy for companies to prioritize their information security.
Relevance for companies
ISO 27001 is of crucial importance for companies of all sizes and in all industries that work with sensitive data. The standard offers a structured approach to information security and helps companies to systematically improve their security measures and manage risks.
- Industry-wide significance: Particularly relevant for industries such as high-tech, life sciences, automotive, banking, healthcare and retail.
- Comprehensive protection: Protects against cyberattacks, ransomware and other threats.
- Future-proof: Adaptable to growing and changing security requirements, guarantees long-term information security.
What our customers say
In summary, we are very satisfied with the performance of QSEC and will continue to develop and use the software intensively in the future. The manufacturer of the software, Nexis GRC, is a reliable partner for us, always providing us with the best possible support thanks to its decades of experience in implementing global GRC and ISMS projects.
In the end, QSEC was convincing in the cost-benefit analysis and in terms of scalability as a single-source tool. QSEC supports the dissemination of a uniform understanding of processes. The system acts as a central platform in which all business processes are recorded.
In Nexis GRC, we have found a partner that speaks our "language" and responds openly to our requirements and ideas. The partnership with Nexis GRC has convinced me throughout the entire duration of the collaboration.
Auditing our infrastructure has become much easier and more efficient with the support of QSEC. Based on the auditors' positive assessment of the system's performance, we will continue to expand QSEC in line with our requirements.
The methods and processes already integrated in the standard QSEC have significantly supported us in the professional development and operation of our information security management system. The maturity assessment and development enable us to continuously operate, monitor and further develop our Techem ISMS with QSEC in a resource-saving manner.
ISMS, GRC and data protection software QSEC:
QSEC - the information security management system (ISMS)
ISMS with QSEC means complete support for all information security management requirements.
- ISO 27001 and / or
- of the BSI IT-Grundschutz
relevant processes, including the implementation of data protection requirements in accordance with the GDPR.
This allows you to keep information security management up to date on a daily basis.
- plan (plan)
- implement (Do)
- check and
- improve (Act)
The ISMS tool QSEC guides users methodically and clearly with workflow, wizard and task support through all task areas and helps with the cost-saving and resource-optimized implementation of information security management through extensive content and best practices.
ISMS ACCORDING TO ISO 27001
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Selected success stories
DSW21 on the successful introduction of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) with QSEC
Cancom on the global introduction of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 with QSEC
Techem on the challenges and experiences in information security and risk management with QSEC
Harzklinikum Dorothea Christiane Erxleben on software-supported security management in accordance with B3S Health, ISO 27001 and GDPR with QSEC
HanseMerkur on the development of a holistic management system taking into account the insurance law aspects according to VAIT
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