ISO/IEC 27001:2022 – Safeguarding Information, Cybersecurity, and Privacy

Information Security Management System (ISMS). 

Security isn’t just IT’s job—it’s everyone’s business.

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the international standard for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It provides a framework for managing information security, cybersecurity, and privacy protection—helping organizations protect sensitive data, ensure compliance, and foster digital trust. 

From strategy to safeguards, this ISMS helps organizations structure how they secure their most critical assets.

Download ISO/IEC 27001/2022 Course Prospectus 

Clause 4: 
Context of the Organization

Understand internal/external threats and identify information-related expectations

Clause 5: 
Leadership

Ensure senior leadership commitment and accountability for security

Clause 6: 
Planning

Conduct risk assessments and define security objectives and plans

Clause 7: 
Support

Ensure awareness, training, and documentation for secure operations

Clause 8: 
Operation

Implement controls, manage incidents, and respond to threats

Clause 9: 
Performance Evaluation

Monitor ISMS performance, audit compliance, and measure success

Clause 10: 
Improvement

Learn from incidents and drive continual improvements in security

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A Structure That Aligns with Business Priorities

  • ISO/IEC 27001:2022 follows the Annex SL structure, making it compatible with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and other management systems. Clauses 4 through 10 guide how to build and maintain a secure, resilient ISMS:

Annex A: Risk Treatment Controls

Annex A is a mandatory part of the standard. It includes 93 controls, grouped into four illustrative domains:

  • Organizational controls – e.g., policies, compliance, supplier relationships
  • People controls – e.g., responsibilities, training, awareness
  • Physical controls – e.g., facility, equipment, and device protection
  • Technological controls – e.g., access control, encryption, monitoring

🔗 A Strategic Tool for Governance and ESG

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 strengthens your digital governance strategy and supports the Governance pillar of ESG by helping you:

  • Align with privacy laws and digital ethics
  • Protect sensitive information across systems and supply chains
  • Demonstrate accountability to customers, partners, and regulators
  • Build stakeholder trust through transparency and assurance
Going Forward

Course Applicablity

🏢 For Organizations

ISO/IEC 27001:2022 helps organizations:

  • Reduce cybersecurity risks across operations
  • Comply with global data protection and privacy regulations
  • Prevent disruptions and recover quickly from cyber incidents
  • Support third-party assurance and client trust
  • Create a sustainable, audit-ready security culture

👩‍💼 For Professionals

If you’re working in or aiming toward:

  • Cybersecurity, privacy, or data protection
  • Compliance, IT, or digital governance
  • Risk management, consulting, or ESG
  • …this standard helps you: 
  • Gain global recognition in information security leadership
  • Manage risk and compliance programs with confidence
  • Guide ISMS audits, assessments, and remediation plans
  • Advance into governance or strategic digital roles