Organisational Structure Flashcards
Learn the necessary responsibilities that need to be covered to gain ISO 27000 certification
What certification requires introducing certain roles into the organisation?
ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards, in particular, ISO 27002
What does the ISO state about organisational structure?
ISO/IEC 27002:2013 gives guidelines for organisational information security standards and information security management practices including the selection, implementation and management of controls taking into consideration the organisation’s information security risk environment(s). It is designed to be used by organisations that intend to: Select controls within the process of implementing an Information Security Management System based on ISO/IEC 27001; Implement commonly accepted information security controls; Develop their information security management guidelines.
What does ISO 27001 state about the responsibilities that need to be covered?
ISO/IEC 27001 does not prescribe specific job titles or roles that an organisation must have for information security. Instead, it outlines the need for certain responsibilities and functions to be covered within the Information Security Management System (ISMS). It allows flexibility in how an organisation structures these roles based on its size, complexity, and specific needs.It is common and acceptable for one or two people to cover multiple information security responsibilities.
What are the roles that may be introduced?
Information Security Officer
IT Security Manager
Risk Manager
Compliance Officer
Incident Response Team Lead.
What does the role of Information Security Officer entail?
An Information Security Officer (ISO) develops and implements security policies, manages risk, and ensures compliance with relevant laws and standards to protect the organisation’s information assets. They lead incident response efforts, conduct security awareness training, and design secure systems and infrastructure. The ISO continuously monitors for threats, manages vendor security, and reports on security status to senior management.
What are the Information Security Officer’s responsibilities?
Develops and updates the information security policy and framework.
Ensures alignment with ISO/IEC 27000 standards.
Coordinates with senior management to align security initiatives with business objectives.
What is the role of IT Security Manager?
An IT Security Manager oversees the organisation’s IT security measures, ensuring the protection of information systems and data from cyber threats. They implement and manage security policies, conduct risk assessments, and respond to security incidents. Additionally, the IT Security Manager monitors networks for vulnerabilities, manages security tools and technologies, and ensures compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
What are the IT Security Manager’s responsibilities?
Implements security measures and controls in accordance with the established policies.
Coordinates IT security efforts across different departments.
Monitors the effectiveness of security controls.
What are the responsibilities of a Risk Manager?
A Risk Manager identifies, assesses, and mitigates risks to an organisation’s information systems and data. They develop and implement risk management strategies, conduct regular risk assessments, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards. Additionally, the Risk Manager collaborates with other departments to create a secure environment, oversees incident response plans, and monitors the effectiveness of risk mitigation measures.
What does the Risk Manager do?
Conducts risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities and threats.
Develops risk mitigation strategies and plans.
Communicates and collaborates with other departments on risk management issues.
What is the scope of responsibilities of a Compliance Officer?
A Compliance Officer ensures that an organisation adheres to legal, regulatory, and industry standards, particularly regarding information security and data protection. They develop and enforce compliance policies, conduct regular audits, and manage risk assessments to identify and mitigate compliance risks. Additionally, the Compliance Officer provides training and guidance to staff, monitors regulatory changes, and ensures that the organisation’s practices align with applicable laws and standards.
What is the Compliance Officer tasked with?
Monitors compliance with ISO/IEC 27000 and other relevant standards.
Prepares for audits and liaises with auditors.
Updates policies and procedures to maintain compliance.
What are the responsibilities of an Incident Response Team?
The IRT plays a crucial role in minimising damage and restoring normal operations swiftly after a security incident.
Their tasks include:
Preparation: Developing and maintaining an incident response plan, training staff, and setting up necessary tools and resources.
Detection and Analysis: Monitoring systems to detect potential security incidents, analysing alerts, and confirming the occurrence and scope of incidents.
Containment: Implementing measures to limit the spread and impact of the incident, such as isolating affected systems.
Eradication: Identifying the root cause of the incident and removing malicious elements from the system.
Recovery: Restoring and validating system functionality, ensuring no threats remain, and returning operations to normal.
Post-Incident Activities: Conducting a post-mortem analysis to learn from the incident, updating the incident response plan, and improving future response capabilities.
What is the Incident Response Team Lead responsible for?
Develops and maintains the incident response plan. Leads the response to security incidents and breaches. Conducts post-incident analysis and reports on findings to prevent future incidents.
What are the executive roles responsible for overall information security?
CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)
CTO (Chief Technology Officer)
CRO (Chief Risk Officer)
CSO (Chief Security Officer)
