ISO 27001

WHAT IS ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION?

An Information Security Management System (ISMS) certified in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 provides internationally recognized guidelines for information security solutions. ISO 27001 certification is assessed and granted by independent certification bodies through an audit and certification process.

WHY DO ORGANIZATIONS NEED ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION?

To meet business needs and enhance competitiveness by demonstrating that the protection of customer information is a top priority. It also objectively demonstrates top management’s high level of awareness and commitment to information security management.

OVERVIEW OF ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION SERVICES

WHAT IS ISO 27001?

Information is one of the most valuable assets for the existence and operation of any organization. ISO/IEC 27001 certification supports organizations in managing and protecting their valuable information assets.

The management system in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 – Information Security Management System (ISMS) is defined by international standards issued by the International Organization for Standardization and IEC.

Today, information—one of the most critical assets of organizations—is increasingly exposed to a wide range of threats.

Failures in information security can lead to serious corporate crises. Therefore, an Information Security Management System is essential to enable secure business operations and sustainable profitability.

BENEFITS OF ISO/IEC 27001 CERTIFICATION

• Ensures the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of both tangible and intangible information assets.
• Eliminates and mitigates information security risks while supporting sustainable and successful business continuity.
• Ensures independence in internal management and corporate governance, while continuously meeting business requirements.
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Meets business needs and enhances competitiveness by demonstrating that the protection of customer information is a top priority.
• Provides a structured approach to risk identification, assessment, and management, integrated with information protection processes, procedures, and documentation.
• Objectively demonstrates top management’s high level of awareness and commitment to information security management.
• Enables continuous monitoring, evaluation, and improvement through regular audits and ongoing review processes.

ISO 27001 Certification

WHAT REQUIREMENTS MUST AN ORGANIZATION MEET TO ACHIEVE ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION?

Clause 4 – Context of the organization

• Identify internal and external issues that affect information security
• Identify interested parties (customers, partners, regulators, etc.) and their relevant requirements
• Define the scope of the Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• Establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve the ISMS

Clause 5 – Leadership

• Demonstrate leadership commitment to information security
• Establish and approve the information security policy
• Assign and communicate clear roles, responsibilities, and authorities
• Ensure the ISMS is aligned with the organization’s strategic direction

Clause 6 – Planning

• Identify information security risks and opportunities
• Perform information security risk assessment
• Establish risk treatment plans
• Set information security objectives and plan actions to achieve them

Clause 7 – Support

• Provide adequate resources for the ISMS
• Ensure competence and training of personnel related to information security
• Raise awareness of employees regarding their information security roles
• Manage documented information (ISMS documents and records)

Clause 8 – Operation

• Implement information security controls according to the risk treatment plan
• Apply applicable controls from Annex A
• Establish and maintain the Statement of Applicability (SoA)
• Control changes and manage information security incidents

Clause 9 – Performance evaluation

• Monitor, measure, analyze, and evaluate the effectiveness of the ISMS
• Conduct periodic internal ISMS audits
• Perform management reviews

Clause 10 – Improvement

• Address nonconformities and implement corrective actions
• Continually improve the ISMS

In addition, the standard includes Annex A – a set of 93 information security controls, grouped into four main themes:

• Organizational controls
• People controls
• Physical controls
• Technological controls

Implementing ISO 27001:2022 certification is the responsibility of everyone in the organization.

WHO CAN APPLY FOR ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION?

ISO 27001:2022 applies to all types of organizations, regardless of size or industry. It is particularly suitable for:

• Information Technology companies, software providers, SaaS businesses, telecommunications companies, and data centers
• Financial, banking, and insurance companies
• Outsourcing, BPO, and KPO service providers
• Organizations that process large volumes of personal data and customer information
• Startups seeking to enhance credibility when working with domestic and international partners
• Organizations participating in tenders or entering into contracts with international clients

WHAT IS THE VALIDITY PERIOD OF THE ISO 27001 CERTIFICATE?

The ISO 27001:2022 certificate is typically valid for three (3) years from the date of issuance. After the ISO 27001:2022 certificate expires, the organization is required to undergo a recertification audit in order to be issued a new certificate, extending the validity for a further three (3) years.

AFTER ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION IS GRANTED, IS THE ORGANIZATION REQUIRED TO CONDUCT ANNUAL SURVEILLANCE AUDITS?

After being granted the ISO 27001:2022 certificate, which is valid for three (3) years, the organization is required to undergo annual surveillance audits (once every 12 months) in accordance with the requirements of the accreditation body.

In the event that the organization fails to conduct the required annual surveillance audit when due, the ISO 27001:2022 certificate shall be withdrawn in accordance with applicable regulations.

TO ACHIEVE ISO 27001 CERTIFICATION, ORGANIZATIONS MUST COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE ISO 27001 STANDARD

KMR VN congratulates our customer on achieving ISO 27001 certification.

WHY CHOOSE KMR CERTIFICATION BODY?

1. By choosing ISO certification body KMR, your ISO certificate will be internationally recognized (IAF, KAB). KMR certificates are recognized worldwide through the mutual recognition agreement, the International Accreditation Forum Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA). To ensure that your certification is appropriately recognized both internationally and nationally, the certification activities of ISO certification body KMR Vietnam have been licensed by the Directorate for Standards, Metrology and Quality under the Ministry of Science and Technology in accordance with Decree No. 107/2016/ND-CP, with Certificate No.: 3535/TĐC-HCHQ. 

2. The certification auditors of KMR are leading experts with extensive experience and in-depth understanding of your industry. Their constructive working approach and conformity-based audit perspective in accordance with standards help give you peace of mind.

3. Our office staff and coordinators always provide the most dedicated support to ensure that registration and certification audit activities are carried out conveniently and according to plan.

4. Our ISO certification costs are competitive, clear, and transparent.

5. Our experience, technical knowledge, and service standards have enabled us to provide certification services to many client organizations/enterprises across various sectors in numerous countries worldwide. Our certification experts are always ready to support your organization — this is also the mission of ISO certification body KMR. KMR is committed to accompanying enterprises not only during the certification process but also after certification.