The organization should review internal and external communication methods to make sure they are effective. For example, emails do not count as communication - they are messages an individual sends. Communication has a second step where the sender makes sure that the receiver understood the message the way the sender intended. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.4: Communication
Clause 7.3.c
If the organization performs any training or other kind of intervention, ensure that the organization comments on the effectiveness of the actions taken. Keep records of competence and additional training. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.3.c
Clause 7.3.b
Training, if effective, can help meet this clause's requirements. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.3.b
Clause 7.3.a
The individuals referenced in this clause include those hired to do work for the organization: full-time, part-time, contractors, and/or subcontractors. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.3.a
Clause 7.2.c
If the organization performs any training or other kind of intervention, ensure that the organization comments on the effectiveness of the actions taken. Keep records of competence and additional training. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.2.c
Clause 7.2.b
HR can keep all of these records. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.2.b
Clause 7.2.a
HR can keep all of these records. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.2.a
Clause 7.1: Resources
Resources include people, infrastructure and a suitable work environment to carry out the work free from disturbances. This includes good management styles that suit the organization's workforce and culture. … [Read more...] about Clause 7.1: Resources
Clause 6.3 Planning of changes
Configuration management is an example of keeping track of changes. Document Control (7.5) is another way to keep track of changes to an organization's ISM. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.3 Planning of changes
Clause 6.2.f
The organization may want to create objectives (a maximum of 3-4) and have the steps showing the organization will achieve them. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.2.f
Clause 6.2.e
These activities can be carried out as a separate activity or as part of an internal audit. If the organization creates an information security objective related to data being compromised, the organization should have some kind of monitoring system in place. Simply auditing your system would not keep the organization's data safe. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.2.e
Clause 6.2.c
The objectives in this clause should follow the SMART goal framework: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-limited. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.2.c
Clause 6.2.b
These objectives are typically not part of the policy, but the organization should be able to show a connection between its objectives and policy. For example, if the organization has a policy stating that it will comply with all applicable laws, this policy should be reflected in the organization's objectives if appropriate. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.2.b
Clause 6.2.a
The objectives in this clause should follow the SMART goal framework: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-limited. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.2.a
Clause 6.1.3.e
See ISO 27005 for guidance on performing Information Security Management Systems risk assessments. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.3.e
Clause 6.1.3.d
If the organization does not design software, the following controls in Annex A may not apply: Clauses 8.27, 8.28, 8.29, 8.30, 8.31, 8.32, 8.33. If the organization designs software, all controls in Annex A will apply. If the organization is a virtual company, some of the physical perimeter controls in Clause 7 may not apply. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.3.d
Clause 6.1.3.c
Annex A requirements are in the organization's Statement of Applicability. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.3.c
Clause 6.1.3.b
The information gathered to meet this clause should be included in the Statement of Applicability. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.3.b
Clause 6.1.3.a
Risk treatment involves identifying, analyzing, and evaluating risks. Organizations should label the risk as high, medium, or low during the assessment period. Then, the organization should create a risk treatment based on its decisions about the sensitivity of the information and the likelihood it could be compromised. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.3.a
Clause 6.1.2.j
The information gathered to meet this clause should be included in the Statement of Applicability. … [Read more...] about Clause 6.1.2.j