ISO 27001: 93 Automated Controls + AI
ISO 27001: international ISMS reference standard. OwlCub + Owly AI: automated audit of 93 controls, 40% faster certification. Book your free 20-minute meeting.
What is the ISO 27001 Standard?
ISO 27001 is an international standard that defines the requirements for an information security management system (ISMS). It enables organizations of all sizes to systematically protect their sensitive information.
Global Recognition
Certification recognized in over 170 countries
114 Controls
Annex A with 114 security controls
Continuous Improvement
PDCA cycle (Plan-Do-Check-Act)
The 4 Domains of Annex A (93 controls)
1. Organizational Controls (37 controls)
- Information security policies
- Information security organization
- Human resource security
- Asset management
2. Technical Controls (34 controls)
- Encryption and cryptography
- Communications security
- System acquisition, development and maintenance
- Technical vulnerability management
3. Physical Controls (14 controls)
- Physical and environmental security
- Secure areas
- Protection against physical threats
4. Operational Controls (8 controls)
- Operations and communications management
- Monitoring and logging
- Security incident management
The 7 Steps to Obtain ISO 27001 Certification
Define ISMS scope
Identify assets, processes and systems to protect
Conduct risk analysis
Assess threats and vulnerabilities (EBIOS RM method recommended)
Select applicable controls
Choose from the 93 controls in Annex A
Implement security measures
Deploy technical and organizational controls
Train teams
Raise awareness among all employees about ISMS
Internal audit
Verify compliance before certification audit
Certification audit
Stage 1 audit (documentation) then Stage 2 (implementation)
Estimated total duration: 6 to 12 months depending on organization size
With OwlCub: reduce this timeline by 40% through automation
How OwlCub Accelerates Your ISO 27001 Certification
93 pre-configured controls
Guided questionnaire based on Annex A. Save weeks on initial audit.
Evidence management
Centralize all your documents and compliance evidence in one place.
Continuous monitoring
Real-time dashboards to maintain your compliance after certification.
ISO 27001 FAQ
How much does ISO 27001 certification cost?
Total cost ranges from €15,000 to €50,000 depending on company size, including: external consultant (optional), certification audit, training, tools. OwlCub significantly reduces these costs by automating audit and document management.
How long is the certification valid?
ISO 27001 certification is valid for 3 years. Annual surveillance audits (audit 1 and 2) are mandatory to maintain certification. After 3 years, a complete renewal audit is required.
Must I implement all 93 controls from Annex A?
No. You must assess each control and justify why it is applicable or not to your context. On average, organizations implement 70 to 85 controls depending on their sector and maturity level.
Is ISO 27001 compatible with NIS2 and GDPR?
Yes, completely. ISO 27001 covers a large part of NIS2 and GDPR requirements. ISO 27001 certification greatly facilitates compliance with these regulations. OwlCub allows you to manage all 3 frameworks simultaneously.
Who can perform the certification audit?
Only accredited certification bodies (COFRAC in France) can issue ISO 27001 certification. The main ones are: AFNOR Certification, Bureau Veritas, LRQA, SGS, BSI.
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