A cyber incident has the potential to disrupt operations and severely damage a business’s reputation, regardless of their size. While cyber security focuses on preventing attacks, cyber resilience—now more critical than ever—ensures that your organisation can adapt, recover, and continue operating even in the face of a successful breach. Achieving and demonstrating this level of preparedness, however, can be challenging for many organisations. IASME’s network of trusted Certification Bodies offer expert guidance and support to help businesses identify and implement the most suitable standards and certifications. By understanding the unique needs, complexity, and budget of each organisation, they ensure that the recommended solutions are both effective and cost-efficient.
IASME Cyber Assurance (ICA) is an affordable and accessible cyber security standard and certification scheme designed to help organisations of all sizes demonstrate their cyber resilience. Before commencing the ICA process, organisations will need to have some minimum controls in place, so a current Cyber Essentials certification is a prerequisite. The comprehensive and robust cyber security and resilience measures included in IASME Cyber Assurance is starting to be recognised across various industries as a cost-effective alternative to ISO 27001. Certification enables smaller businesses to meet contractual requirements and unlock new commercial opportunities. ICA can be achieved initially at Level One through a verified assessment that is reviewed by an independent Assessor. Costs start at just £320 for a micro organisation, making it ideal for organisations with limited resources. For those requiring a higher level of assurance, organisations can progress to an audited Level 2 certification.
Certification Bodies (CBs) are a network of cyber security experts licensed and assured by IASME to assess whether or not an organisation meets the criteria required by the standard and issue the certification. The Assessors working for Certification Bodies also offer consultancy to help organisations understand the assessment questions and how they relate to their operations.
The ICA scheme benefits from multiple Certification Bodies (CBs) operating nationwide, which increases capacity, reduces waiting times, and streamlines the certification process. This faster and more efficient approach, combined with its affordability, makes IASME Cyber Assurance an attractive option for organisations seeking to enhance their cyber security posture without unnecessary delays.
Independent Assurance and Credibility
The involvement of assured Certification Bodies (CBs) is a cornerstone of the IASME certification process. This ensures that organisations undergoing certification can have confidence in the integrity of the process, while buyers, regulators, and insurers can trust the results, reinforcing the credibility of the ICA certification.
Local Expertise, Central Standards
Every Certification Body is assured by IASME ensuring they have met quality and security standards and the Assessors working for them are trained and qualified. Additionally, each CB brings valuable sector-specific and regional insights to the table. They understand the unique challenges faced by organisations in different industries and geographic locations, allowing them to tailor their approach to meet specific needs.
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