External audit stage 2: Certification audit
Once the business addresses all gaps in the Stage 1 Audit, it moves on to the next audit stage, which is the main certification audit. In this step, the auditor’s assessment shifts the focus from documents to practice.
In the certification audit, auditors evaluate whether your security procedures are actually being followed across cloud platforms and services. During the course of this process, you will be evaluated based on:
Real-world application of documented security policies
Interviews with staff on security practices
Cloud control implementation (access, encryption, secure configs)
Technical defenses like intrusion detection and response readiness
The Stage 2 Audit evaluates that your ISMS is not only designed well but working effectively in your environment. The auditor decides whether ISO 27001 certification can be awarded. At this stage, if any non-conformities arise, they must be fixed before final approval.
In the certification audit, auditors evaluate whether your security procedures are actually being followed across cloud platforms and services. During the course of this process, you will be evaluated based on:
Real-world application of documented security policies
Interviews with staff on security practices
Cloud control implementation (access, encryption, secure configs)
Technical defenses like intrusion detection and response readiness
The Stage 2 Audit evaluates that your ISMS is not only designed well but working effectively in your environment. The auditor decides whether ISO 27001 certification can be awarded. At this stage, if any non-conformities arise, they must be fixed before final approval.
ISO 27001 Audit: How to Conduct Successful Audit?
ISO 27001 Series
Basics
Certification Process
Policies & Management
Risk Management
Resources & Templates
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