Your cloud security got safer - Cyscale successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification

As a cybersecurity company, we are deeply committed to the highest levels of security standards for our partners, our clients, and ourselves. Businesses around the world depend on us to protect them against cyber threats, and an integral part of that is having stringent security protections that keep us and our data safe as well.

What is ISO 27001 - an accepted industry standard

ISO 27001 is one of the world's best-known standards for information security. Originally published in 2005, it sets a global standard for how organizations should establish, organize, maintain, and continually improve their information security systems. An update has been published recently, the ISO27001:2022 version.

The ISO 27001 process

Becoming ISO 27001 certified isn’t as straightforward as one might think. The process is notoriously challenging and rigorous, especially for smaller teams. It evaluates not only the systems and policies in place to uphold data security, but also employee awareness about internal security processes.

The ISO 27001 auditors look at multiple areas of the business, including how you:

• Ensure quality and security during product development
• Assess and mitigate risks to information security
• Minimize risk and improving resilience against cyber attacks
• Verify physical and network security controls
• Secure data in all its forms—physical, cloud-based, and digital

How Cyscale achieved ISO 27001 Certification in just 3 weeks using our own Compliance module

At Cyscale, our commitment to protecting sensitive data and maintaining the highest standards of information security is at the core of our operations. We understand that achieving ISO 27001 certification is not just a compliance checkbox but a critical step in building trust with our clients and partners. Leveraging our own product, we managed to fast-track our ISO 27001 certification process, achieving it in a record time of just three weeks. Here’s how we did it.

The Challenge: Fast-Tracking Compliance

The ISO 27001 certification involves a rigorous assessment of a company's information security management system (ISMS) to ensure that appropriate security controls are in place to safeguard data. Achieving this certification typically requires months of preparation and the involvement of multiple departments.

At Cyscale, we set ourselves an ambitious goal: to achieve ISO 27001 certification under one month. This required not only a solid understanding of the certification process but also a robust system to manage and monitor compliance requirements efficiently.

The Solution: Dogfooding with Cyscale

To meet our tight deadline, we turned to our own cloud security and compliance platform — Cyscale Cloud Platform. Dogfooding, or using our own product, allowed us to experience firsthand the efficiency and effectiveness of our compliance tools. This process was led by three key team members: our CTO, HR Manager, and Security Architect, each bringing their unique expertise to the table.

1. Automated Compliance Tracking: The first step in our journey was to map out all ISO 27001 requirements using Cyscale’s Compliance module. Our platform’s automated compliance tracking features allowed us to quickly identify gaps in our current security posture. By continuously monitoring our cloud environments and automatically aligning them with ISO 27001 controls, we significantly reduced the time required to gather evidence and assess compliance status.
2. Centralized Policy Management: ISO 27001 requires comprehensive documentation of security policies and procedures. Using Cyscale’s centralized policy management tools, we streamlined the creation, review, and approval of these documents. Our HR Manager was able to easily manage policies related to employee training and awareness, while our CTO and Security Architect focused on technical controls and risk management.
3. Risk Management Made Easy: Risk assessment and treatment are critical components of ISO 27001. The Cyscale platform’s risk management capabilities enabled us to conduct a thorough risk assessment with minimal effort. We identified potential risks, evaluated their impact, and implemented appropriate controls—all within a single platform. This not only ensured compliance but also enhanced our overall security posture.
4. Real-Time Collaboration and Evidence Gathering: Collaboration was key to our success. Cyscale’s platform facilitated seamless communication and task management among our team members. With real-time updates and notifications, the CTO, HR Manager, and Security Architect were able to stay on the same page and work efficiently towards our certification goal. The Cyscale platform also collects all the evidence needed to demonstrate to auditors the progress and security improvements we have achieved.

The Result: ISO 27001 Certification in record time

Thanks to the powerful features of the Cyscale Cloud Security and Compliance Platform and the dedication of our team, we successfully achieved ISO 27001 certification in just 3 weeks. The certification process, which typically takes months, was expedited without compromising the thoroughness or quality of our ISMS.

By using our own product, we not only demonstrated its effectiveness but also gained invaluable insights into how it can be further improved to meet the needs of our customers. Our experience has reaffirmed our belief that Cyscale is an essential tool for any organization looking to achieve and maintain ISO 27001 certification.

Conclusion

Cyscale becoming ISO/IEC 27001 certified means for our clients that we have done our security homework and that we’re committed to achieving the highest possible security standards that exist today. We proved that with the right tools and a dedicated team, it is possible to fast-track this process without cutting corners. Our experience showcases the power of the Cyscale Cloud Platform in simplifying and accelerating compliance efforts.

If you’re looking to achieve ISO 27001 certification or streamline your compliance processes, the Cyscale Cloud Platform is designed to support you every step of the way. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can help you secure your cloud environments and achieve your compliance goals efficiently.

ISO 27001:2022 Auditors

• Schellman - one of the most important auditor, used by many Fortune 1000 companies.
• Johanson Group – a good option; we managed to negotiate the price, since we had Cyscale as a platform and ISMS.
• Prescient Security – a US-based company with East/India auditors and advisors – is also a good option.
• BSI - The British Standards Institution – good, but expensive for us.