Information Security Management
Proven methodologies for implementing ISO/IEC 27001:2022-compliant information security management systems for government and enterprise clients seeking certification.
Understanding the Standard
ISO/IEC 27001:2022 — formally titled "Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection — Information security management systems — Requirements" — is the world's best-known standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). Published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), this internationally recognized standard provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive information assets so that they remain secure.
The standard encompasses people, processes, and technology, ensuring that organizations implement comprehensive security controls tailored to their specific risk environment. At its core, ISO/IEC 27001 is built around the CIA Triad — protecting the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability of information assets.
The 2022 revision represents the third edition of ISO/IEC 27001, introducing significant updates to Annex A controls, reducing the total number from 114 controls to 93 controls while reorganizing them into four themes: Organizational (37 controls), People (8 controls), Physical (14 controls), and Technological (34 controls).
Market Requirements
Organizations across all industries benefit from ISO 27001 certification, particularly those handling sensitive data, operating in regulated environments, or seeking to demonstrate security maturity to clients and partners.
Federal, state, and local government contractors handling sensitive but unclassified information who need to demonstrate security compliance.
Cloud service providers, software companies, and managed service providers seeking to assure clients of their security practices.
Banks, insurance companies, and fintech organizations managing financial data and meeting regulatory requirements.
Healthcare providers and business associates seeking to complement HIPAA compliance with international security standards.
Multinational organizations requiring a unified security framework across diverse regulatory environments.
Energy, utilities, and transportation organizations protecting operational technology and critical systems.
Control Framework
The 2022 revision reorganized Annex A controls into four thematic categories, streamlining implementation while addressing modern security challenges.
Our Process
Thalen Technologies's ISO 27001 implementation methodology is designed to minimize disruption while ensuring comprehensive coverage of all standard requirements. Our phased approach typically achieves certification readiness within 6-12 months.
We conduct a comprehensive assessment of your current security posture against ISO 27001:2022 requirements (Clauses 4-10 and Annex A). This phase establishes the ISMS scope (Clause 4.3), defines internal and external context (Clause 4.1), identifies interested parties (Clause 4.2), and develops a prioritized remediation roadmap.
2-4 weeksKey Deliverables
Our team facilitates a systematic risk assessment process (Clauses 6.1.2, 8.2), identifying threats and vulnerabilities to information assets. We develop risk treatment plans (Clause 6.1.3) aligned with your organization's risk appetite and business objectives, selecting appropriate controls from Annex A.
3-4 weeksKey Deliverables
We develop and implement the required policies (Clause 5.2), procedures, and technical controls selected during risk treatment. This phase includes security awareness training (Annex A Control 6.3), documented information (Clause 7.5), and operational planning and control (Clause 8).
8-12 weeksKey Deliverables
We conduct internal audits (Clause 9.2) to verify ISMS effectiveness against planned arrangements and ISO 27001 requirements. Management reviews (Clause 9.3) ensure leadership engagement, evaluate ISMS performance, and determine resource needs.
2-3 weeksKey Deliverables
We provide comprehensive support during the external certification audit conducted by an accredited certification body, including preparation, evidence organization, and audit accompaniment. Post-certification, we assist with annual surveillance audits and triennial recertification.
2-4 weeksKey Deliverables
Business Value
ISO 27001 certification delivers measurable business value through enhanced security, competitive advantage, and operational efficiency.
Differentiate your organization in competitive procurements. Many government and enterprise RFPs now require or prefer ISO 27001 certification as evidence of security maturity.
Systematically identify and mitigate information security risks. Organizations with ISO 27001 certification report significantly fewer security incidents and faster recovery times.
Satisfy multiple compliance requirements with a single framework. ISO 27001 maps to NIST, HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, and other regulatory standards, reducing audit fatigue.
Streamline security operations with documented processes and clear responsibilities. The ISMS framework reduces duplication and improves incident response capabilities.
Build trust with clients, partners, and regulators through independent verification of your security practices. Certification demonstrates commitment to protecting sensitive information.
Establish a culture of ongoing security enhancement through regular audits, management reviews, and corrective actions. The PDCA cycle ensures your ISMS evolves with emerging threats.
Why Choose Us
Thalen Technologies brings deep expertise in information security management systems, with consultants who have led ISO 27001 implementations across government agencies, defense contractors, and Fortune 500 enterprises. Our team includes certified Lead Auditors and Lead Implementers who understand both the technical requirements and business implications of certification.
We take a pragmatic approach to ISO 27001 implementation, focusing on controls that deliver genuine security value rather than checkbox compliance. Our methodology integrates with your existing security investments and management systems, minimizing redundancy while maximizing protection.
Contact our team to schedule a complimentary consultation and learn how Thalen Technologies can guide your organization to ISO 27001 certification.
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