An Information Security Management System (ISMS) is a systematic approach that includes policies, procedures and technical measures to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information in an organisation. It helps to identify and assess security risks and to minimise them by taking appropriate measures.
An ISMS is essential for ensuring the security of sensitive data, meeting regulatory requirements such as GDPR, and building trust with customers, partners and other stakeholders. It reduces security incidents and ensures compliance with industry standards.
The best-known ISMS standard is the globally recognised ISO/IEC 27001, which defines the requirements for implementing an information security management system. It provides guidelines for assessing and managing security risks and requires regular reviews and audits.
Any organisation that deals with sensitive or personal data should consider an ISMS. In particular, organisations in sectors such as IT, finance, healthcare and public administration will benefit from a systematic approach to information security.
An ISMS is maintained through continuous monitoring, internal audits and regular risk assessments. In addition, training staff, updating security measures and adapting to new threats or legal requirements are critical to the success of an ISMS.