Strategic Advisory

ISO 27001 Readiness

Prepare for certification with confidence.

Assess readiness for ISO 27001 certification with complete control mapping and evidence review.

Overview

An ISO 27001 gap assessment is the engagement that finds what stands between you and certification, before your certification body does. (For the framework itself, see our ISO 27001 compliance guide.) ISO 27001 certification requires a functioning Information Security Management System (ISMS) with documented policies, risk assessment, and Annex A controls. We evaluate your current state against those requirements, produce a prioritized remediation roadmap, and help you reach a Statement of Applicability and internal audit that will withstand the certification audit.

What We Test

Our iso 27001 readiness engagements cover these key areas:

ISMS Framework

Management commitment, scope definition, security policy, and organizational context evaluated.

Risk Assessment

Risk assessment methodology, risk register, and risk treatment plans reviewed.

Annex A Controls

All 93 controls across 4 themes evaluated for implementation and evidence.

Documentation

Required policies, procedures, and records assessed for completeness and accuracy.

Internal Audit

Internal audit program and management review processes evaluated.

Our Approach

We assess your ISMS against ISO 27001:2022 requirements, including mandatory clauses and applicable Annex A controls.

ISMS Review

We evaluate your information security management system structure and governance.

Control Assessment

Applicable Annex A controls are reviewed for implementation and operating effectiveness.

Evidence Review

We verify that required documentation and records exist and are current.

Certification Roadmap

We provide a prioritized path to address gaps before your certification audit.

Common Findings

These are issues we frequently discover during iso 27001 readiness engagements:

Incomplete Risk Assessment

High

Risk assessment not covering all assets or using inconsistent methodology.

Missing Statement of Applicability

High

No documented justification for included or excluded Annex A controls.

Informal Processes

Medium

Security processes exist but aren't documented as required procedures.

No Internal Audit

High

Internal audit program not established or audits not performed.

Common Questions

Can you certify us for ISO 27001?

No. Only accredited certification bodies can issue ISO 27001 certificates. Our readiness assessment prepares you for certification by identifying and helping remediate gaps before your official audit.

How long does ISO 27001 certification take?

Typically 6-18 months depending on your starting point. Organizations with existing security programs can move faster. Our readiness assessment helps you understand your timeline and prioritize efforts.