Perform the ISO 27001 Assessment using eAuditor
ISO 27001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive information, ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability by applying risk management processes.
Performing the ISO 27001 Assessment using eAuditor provides organizations with a structured, digital approach to evaluate the effectiveness and compliance of their Information Security Management System (ISMS). This process helps verify adherence to ISO/IEC 27001 requirements, identify information security risks, and track corrective actions, while eAuditor enables real-time audits, evidence capture, action assignment, and performance monitoring across teams and locations.
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Preparation for ISO 27001 Assessment Using eAuditor
1.1 Define Scope and Objectives
- Clarify the purpose of the assessment:
- Internal audit
- Pre-certification readiness
- Third-party compliance verification
- Set the assessment scope:
- Full ISMS or selected domains (e.g., access control, asset management)
- Departmental, site-specific, or enterprise-wide
1.2 Gather Documentation and Standards
Collect reference materials for benchmarking:
- ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard (or 2013 version if still applicable)
- ISMS documentation (policies, risk assessments, Statement of Applicability)
- Previous audit reports
- Logs and registers (asset, incident, access)
- Legal, regulatory, or contractual security requirements
1.3 Set Up eAuditor for the ISO 27001 Audit
Build or customize a digital checklist in eAuditor based on:
- ISO 27001 main clauses (4 to 10)
- Annex A controls (aligned with ISO 27002)
- Risk management framework
Include: - Clause-by-clause compliance status
- Observation fields
- Attachments for photos, documents, or evidence
- Tags for criticality or risk level
- Responsible person assignment
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Conducting the ISO 27001 Assessment Using eAuditor
2.1 Evaluate Core ISO 27001 Clauses
Clause 4 – Context of the Organization
- Have external/internal issues been identified?
- Are the interested parties and the ISMS scope defined?
Clause 5 – Leadership
- Has top management established a security policy?
- Are roles, responsibilities, and authorities clear?
Clause 6 – Planning
- Are risks and opportunities identified and assessed?
- Are security objectives measurable and aligned?
Clause 7 – Support
- Are the necessary resources, awareness, and training provided?
- Is the documented information appropriately managed?
Clause 8 – Operation
- Are risk treatment plans implemented effectively?
- Are processes documented and controls applied?
Clause 9 – Performance Evaluation
- Are monitoring and internal audits conducted?
- Are audit results reviewed by leadership?
Clause 10 – Improvement
- Are incidents and nonconformities investigated?
- Are corrective actions implemented and tracked?
2.2 Assess Annex A Controls (Based on ISO 27002)
Sample control categories to assess:
- A.5: Information security policies
- A.6: Organization of information security
- .A.7: Human resource security
- A.8: Asset management
- A.9: Access control
- .A.12: Operations security
- A.15: Supplier relationships
- A.17: Business continuity
- .A.18: Compliance
2.3 Record Real-Time Observations
- Use the eAuditor app on mobile or desktop:
- Mark compliance status (Compliant, Partial, Non-Compliant)
- Add comments, upload screenshots, or reference logs
- Capture photos of physical controls (e.g., locked cabinets, badge access points)
- Add geo-tags, timestamps, and signatures for audit integrity
2.4 Collaborate with Teams
- Share checklists across departments
- Tag IT, HR, and security officers in findings
- Assign review or corrective actions on the spot
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Post-Assessment Actions and Reporting
3.1 Generate a Digital ISO 27001 Report
eAuditor auto-generates a professional report featuring:
- Compliance breakdown by clause or control
- Key risks and vulnerabilities identified
- Photo and document attachments
- Action items with responsible persons and deadlines
3.2 Create and Track Corrective Actions
- Log each gap or issue as an action item:
- Set priority (High, Medium, Low)
- Assign to the responsible teams or individuals
- Define deadlines and supporting resources
- Monitor resolution status:
- Open, In Progress, Overdue, Closed
- Trigger auto-reminders and link relevant evidence
3.3 Use eAuditor Analytics to Track Performance
- Access visual dashboards to:
- Compare audit scores across teams or business units
- Identify recurring non-conformities (e.g., weak password practices)
- Monitor CAPA resolution speed
- Measure audit frequency and coverage
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Priority Focus Areas in eAuditor Checklist
- Statement of Applicability review (Annex A)
- Asset inventory and ownership
- Access control and multi-factor authentication
- Incident reporting and response readiness
- Business continuity and disaster recovery plans
- Encryption and secure communication practices
- Supplier and third-party risk controls
- Physical security (data centers, workstations)
- Training and security awareness records
- Audit trail logs and log retention policies
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Benefits of Using eAuditor for ISO 27001 Assessment
- Standardized, reusable digital checklists
- Real-time inspection and reporting from any device
- Photo and document evidence capture
- Automated task assignment and action tracking
- Centralized audit logs with version control
- Visual dashboards for performance monitoring
- Audit readiness for certifications and external reviews
Summary
Performing an ISO 27001 Assessment using eAuditor transforms information security auditing into a smart, evidence-based, and collaborative process. It empowers organizations to evaluate ISMS performance against ISO standards, identify risk gaps, assign real-time actions, and ensure ongoing improvement, supporting both regulatory compliance and a culture of information security resilience.