ISMS (Information Security Management System)
A systematic approach to managing sensitive company information to keep it secure, consisting of policies, procedures, and technical controls. An ISMS is the core requirement of ISO 27001 and provides the organizational framework for information security governance.
An Information Security Management System (ISMS) is a framework of policies, procedures, guidelines, and associated resources and activities that an organization manages to protect its information assets. The ISMS is central to ISO 27001 certification and follows the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle for continuous improvement.
The ISMS encompasses the entire scope of an organization's information security efforts, including risk assessment and treatment, security policies, organizational security, asset management, access control, cryptography, physical security, operations security, communications security, system acquisition and development, supplier relationships, incident management, business continuity, and compliance.
For organizations pursuing both ISO 27001 and DORA compliance, the ISMS serves as the foundational framework upon which DORA-specific requirements can be mapped. Many DORA requirements align closely with ISO 27001 controls, making an established ISMS a significant advantage in achieving DORA compliance.
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ISO 27001
The international standard for information security management systems (ISMS). ISO 27001 provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive company information, ensuring it remains secure through a framework of policies, processes, and technical controls.
Risk Assessment
A systematic process of identifying potential threats, evaluating vulnerabilities, and determining the likelihood and impact of risks to an organization's information assets and operations. Risk assessments are foundational to ISO 27001, DORA, and virtually every compliance framework.
Access Control
The selective restriction of access to resources, systems, and data based on user identity and authorization. Access control is a fundamental security control required by ISO 27001, SOC 2, DORA, and GDPR to ensure that only authorized personnel can access sensitive information.
Business Continuity
The capability of an organization to continue delivering products or services at acceptable predefined levels following a disruptive incident. Business continuity planning is a core component of both DORA and ISO 27001 requirements.
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