Standards & Frameworks

Securing the Digital Future: A Response to the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill

How does SOC 2 compliance help mitigate cyber security risks?

Organisations are facing increasing pressure to protect sensitive data and maintain the trust of their customers. One effective way to bolster your security posture is through SOC 2 compliance.

What is the relationship between SOC 2 and other frameworks like ISO 27001?

Even though cyber security and compliance is an incredibly complex field, there is only a limited number of changes that businesses can make within their IT systems or admin processes. Often, standards such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 will require similar controls to be implemented within a business, even if the overall aims of the standards are different overall.

How do you ensure secure configuration for Cyber Essentials compliance?

Secure configuration refers to the process of setting up your IT systems in a way that minimises vulnerabilities and protects against unauthorised access. This process involves adjusting various settings on devices and software to enhance security, ensuring that only the most necessary features are enabled, and that outdated, unused, or unsupported services are disabled.

How do organisations map CIS controls to other compliance standards?

The CIS Controls consist of 18 critical security controls that provide a structured approach to cyber security. These controls are designed to be practical and actionable, and are broken down into complexity and resource cost, so that smaller businesses understand what they can actually implement.

How does an internal audit help businesses comply with ISO 27001?

An internal audit is a examination of a businesses’ ISMS to ensure compliance with ISO 27001 standards. It involves evaluating the effectiveness of the ISMS, identifying any areas for improvement, and ensuring that the organisation is properly prepared for external audits.