ISO 27017

It provides guidelines and recommendations for information security controls applicable to cloud services

ISO 27017 Standard - Information Security Controls for Cloud Services

ISO/IEC 27017 is a standard that provides guidelines and recommendations for implementing information security controls specifically tailored to cloud services. It focuses on addressing the unique security risks and considerations associated with cloud computing environments. ISO/IEC 27017 is an extension of the ISO/IEC 27001 standard, which is a widely recognized international standard for information security management systems (ISMS)

ISO STANDARD

The components of ISO 27017 Standard Information Security Controls for Cloud Services

• Cloud-specific Security Controls

• CSP Management

• Protect and separate computing space from other customers' environments.

• Cloud Service Development and Operations

• Compliance and Legal Considerations

• Cloud Service User Responsibilities

Implementing the ISO 27001 Information Security Management System:

• A systematic study of information security risks within the organization

taking into account threats, vulnerabilities and the effects resulting.

• Design and implement a coherent and comprehensive set of

information security controls, risk handling procedures unacceptable risks.

• Adopting a comprehensive information security system to ensure

that information security controls continue to meet the organization's information security needs on an ongoing basis.

The methodology of ISO 27017 Standard Information Security Controls for Cloud Services

Understand Organizational Requirements: Identify and assess the organization's cloud computing needs, objectives, and risks.

Establish Governance and Management Support: Obtain leadership buy-in and support for the adoption of ISO/IEC 27017.

Perform Risk Assessment: Identify and assess the specific risks and threats associated with cloud services.

Define Security Objectives and Controls: Determine the specific security objectives and requirements for the organization's cloud services.

Implement Controls: Develop a comprehensive implementation plan detailing the steps, resources, and timelines for deploying the identified controls.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish mechanisms for ongoing monitoring and measurement of the effectiveness of implemented controls.

Continuous Improvement: Review and update the ISO/IEC 27017 implementation based on changes in cloud services, technologies, or organizational requirements.

Training and Awareness: Provide training and awareness programs for employees, users, and relevant stakeholders on cloud security best practices and the organization's specific ISO/IEC 27017 controls.

The methodology of ISO 27017 Standard Information Security Controls for Cloud Services

Understand Organizational Requirements: Identify and assess the organization's cloud computing needs, objectives, and risks

Establish Governance and Management Support: Obtain leadership buy-in and support for the adoption of ISO/IEC 27017

Perform Risk Assessment: Identify and assess the specific risks and threats associated with cloud services

Define Security Objectives and Controls: Determine the specific security objectives and requirements for the organization's cloud services

Implement Controls: Develop a comprehensive implementation plan detailing the steps, resources, and timelines for deploying the identified controls

Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish mechanisms for ongoing monitoring and measurement of the effectiveness of implemented controls

Continuous Improvement: Review and update the ISO/IEC 27017 implementation based on changes in cloud services, technologies, or organizational requirements

Training and Awareness: Provide training and awareness programs for employees, users, and relevant stakeholders on cloud security best practices and the organization's specific ISO/IEC 27017 controls