ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System

ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System

The information that an organization produces or manages during its operation is of vital importance. Today, information is recognized as a valuable business asset. This applies to all types and sizes of businesses. Therefore, recognizing the business value of information is of utmost importance in all organizations.

Information can take various forms, such as printed or handwritten on paper, in electronic form, stored in computer systems, in databases, or circulated through various networks, including e-mail or other services. It can also be displayed in presentations using various visual media or even conveyed orally during discussions or telephone conferences.

As information increases in volume, complexity, and criticality, and as access to it expands, it becomes increasingly vulnerable. More people can access more data than ever before, making the security of sensitive business information an absolute necessity for organizations.

Modern operational threats from the rapid development of technology cause significant concerns, making it necessary to implement a system that manages information security. Such an information security system offers effective protection against various negative effects, including financial consequences, failure to protect the organization’s intellectual property, loss of market share, or even loss of reputation.

For this purpose, developing and integrating an Information Security Management System (ISMS) into the operation of the organization is required. The ISMS, according to ISO/IEC 27001, provides a comprehensive and systematic approach to managing sensitive information and the risks that threaten it, ensuring the information remains secure. Information security is based on the following three elements:

  • Integrity: Information is complete and uncorrupted.
  • Availability: Information is accessible to those who need it.
  • Confidentiality: Information is secure from access by unauthorized persons.

The ISMS affects the entire organization, including its personnel, processes, and IT systems. It can be integrated into organizations of any type, size, or business sector. In this respect, the ISMS shows several similarities with the Quality Management System (QMS). In many cases, an organization develops the ISMS in tandem with the QMS (ISO 9001).