Compliance Standards Library
ISO 27001
What is ISO 27001?
ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). It’s commonly pursued as a formal certification to demonstrate a mature security program.
Who is ISO 27001 for?
- Companies selling to enterprise or regulated customers who expect ISO certification
- Organizations building a long-term ISMS with defined governance, risk, and control processes
Typical timeline
Timelines vary by scope and maturity. Many teams plan on weeks to months for readiness work, plus time for the certification audit(s) with an accredited certification body.
What SecureSlate can help automate
- Evidence collection via integrations and recurring requests
- Continuous monitoring where available (e.g., cloud configuration checks)
- Control and policy management to keep documentation current and auditable
Does ISO 27001 require a formal audit?
Yes. ISO 27001 certification requires audits performed by an accredited certification body (typically a Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit, followed by surveillance audits).