IASME Cyber Assurance Certification
Demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to robust cybersecurity and data protection with IASME Cyber Assurance.
What is IASME Cyber Assurance?
IASME Cyber Assurance is a comprehensive certification designed for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to demonstrate their cybersecurity, data protection, and risk management capabilities. It is a recognised alternative to international standards like ISO 27001 and is aligned with GDPR compliance.
IASME Cyber Assurance provides businesses with an affordable and achievable path to improving their security posture, safeguarding sensitive data, and meeting regulatory requirements.
How It Works
Self-Assessment Certification
Businesses complete a self-assessment questionnaire to evaluate their security measures against IASME standards.
IASME Cyber Assurance Audited
A higher level of certification where an external auditor verifies your compliance, providing an added layer of credibility.
Annual Renewal
To maintain certification, organisations must undergo an annual renewal process to ensure continuous compliance.
How Does It Benefit Businesses?
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Strengthened Security Posture
Reduce vulnerabilities and protect against cyber threats.
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Regulatory Compliance
Align with GDPR and other data protection laws.
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Enhanced Business Reputation
Gain customer trust by demonstrating your commitment to cybersecurity.
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Competitive Advantage
Stand out when bidding for contracts requiring cybersecurity certification.
The 13 Themes of IASME Cyber Assurance
These themes collectively help organisations build a resilient cybersecurity framework, ensuring robust protection against modern cyber threats.
Risk Management
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks to protect business operations.
Asset Management
Keeping track of hardware, software, and data to ensure they are secure and up to date.
Data Protection & Privacy
Ensuring personal and sensitive data is handled securely and in compliance with regulations.
Operational Security
Implementing security measures for day-to-day business operations to prevent cyber threats.
Access Control
Restricting access to data and systems based on user roles and responsibilities.
Secure Configuration
Maintaining system security settings to reduce vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorised access.
Malware Protection
Using security solutions to prevent, detect, and remove malicious software threats.
Patch Management
Regularly updating software and systems to address security vulnerabilities.
Monitoring & Logging
Keeping logs of security events to detect and respond to threats effectively.
Incident Management
Establishing processes to detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents.
Business Continuity
Ensuring operations can continue with minimal disruption in the event of a cyber attack.
Supply Chain Security
Assessing and managing cybersecurity risks associated with third-party suppliers.
Staff Awareness & Training
Educating employees on best security practices to reduce human-related risks.
The 13 Themes of IASME Cyber Assurance
These themes collectively help organisations build a resilient cybersecurity framework, ensuring robust protection against modern cyber threats.
Risk Management
Identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks to protect business operations.
Asset Management
Keeping track of hardware, software, and data to ensure they are secure and up to date.
Data Protection & Privacy
Ensuring personal and sensitive data is handled securely and in compliance with regulations.
Operational Security
Implementing security measures for day-to-day business operations to prevent cyber threats.
Access Control
Restricting access to data and systems based on user roles and responsibilities.
Secure Configuration
Maintaining system security settings to reduce vulnerabilities and prevent unauthorised access.
Malware Protection
Using security solutions to prevent, detect, and remove malicious software threats.
Patch Management
Regularly updating software and systems to address security vulnerabilities.
Monitoring & Logging
Keeping logs of security events to detect and respond to threats effectively.
Incident Management
Establishing processes to detect, respond to, and recover from security incidents.
Business Continuity
Ensuring operations can continue with minimal disruption in the event of a cyber attack.
Supply Chain Security
Assessing and managing cybersecurity risks associated with third-party suppliers.
Staff Awareness & Training
Educating employees on best security practices to reduce human-related risks.