ISO 27017 & ISO 27018 Compliance & Certification

ISO 27017 & ISO 27018 Certification Consultant in Delhi, India

ISO 27017: Cloud Security Code of Practice

ISO/IEC 27017 is an international standard providing guidelines and best practices for information security management in cloud computing. It is an extension of ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002, tailored to address cloud-specific security concerns for both cloud service providers (CSPs) and cloud customers.

ISO 27018: Code of Practice for Protection of PII in Public Clouds

ISO/IEC 27018 is an international standard focusing on the protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in public cloud environments. It extends the foundational security controls of ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002 with additional guidelines specific to PII handling.

ISO 27017: Code of Practice for Cloud Security

  • Focuses on implementing controls specific to cloud services.
  • Provides guidelines for both cloud service providers (CSPs) and cloud customers.
  • Covers aspects like shared responsibility models, data encryption, and secure data deletion.

ISO 27018: Code of Practice for Protection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) in Public Clouds

  • Specifically addresses the privacy of personal data in the cloud.
  • Focuses on cloud providers processing PII on behalf of clients.
  • Ensures compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR.

Benefits of ISO 27017 & 27018 Compliance

1. Enhanced Security and Privacy:
  • Establishes a robust framework for managing cloud-specific risks.
  • Provides assurance that security and privacy measures are in place.
2. Regulatory Compliance:
  • Aligns with global data protection laws (e.g., GDPR, CCPA).
  • Demonstrates due diligence in protecting personal data.
3. Customer Trust:
  • Builds confidence among customers and stakeholders.
  • Shows commitment to the secure management of cloud environments.
4. Competitive Advantage:
  • Differentiates your business in the market.
  • Attracts privacy-conscious customers and partners.
5. Improved Risk Management:
  • Identifies and mitigates cloud-specific threats effectively.

Approach to Achieve ISO 27017 & 27018 Certification

Gap Assessment:
  • Evaluate existing policies and controls against ISO 27017 and 27018 requirements.
  • Identify areas of non-compliance and improvement.
2. Policy Development:
  • Update or create security policies and procedures tailored to cloud environments.
  • Include data encryption, secure access, and shared responsibility guidelines.
3. Implementation:
  • Deploy necessary controls such as identity and access management, data encryption, and audit mechanisms.
  • Train staff on cloud security and privacy best practices.
4. Internal Audit:
  • Conduct a comprehensive internal review to ensure compliance with the standards.
  • Address any gaps or deficiencies identified.
5. Certification Audit:
  • Engage an accredited certification body to perform an external audit.
  • Provide evidence of compliance for certification issuance.

Deliverables

1. Gap Assessment Report:
  • Detailed analysis of current practices versus ISO requirements.
2. Policies and Procedures:
  • Updated documentation for cloud security (ISO 27017) and PII protection (ISO 27018).
3. Implementation Plan:
  • Step-by-step guide for deploying necessary controls.
4. Training Materials:
  • Resources for staff training on compliance requirements.
5. Certification Readiness:
  • Internal audit results and corrective actions taken.
6. Certification:
  • ISO 27017 and ISO 27018 certificates issued by an accredited body.

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