ISO 27017 Certification | Guidelines for information security controls applicable to the provision and use of cloud services
ISO 27017
“We already have ISO 27001 so why bother with ISO 27017?”
It’s a common question, and the answer lies in the cloud. ISO/IEC 27001 sets the foundation for an Information Security Management System (ISMS), but cloud environments bring unique risks, think multi-tenancy, shared responsibility, and virtualization that need a sharper focus.
Enter ISO/IEC 27017:2015. This “code of practice” provides practical guidance for both Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and Cloud Service Customers (CSCs), helping organizations manage cloud-specific security challenges.
ISO/IEC 27017 certification offers an internationally recognized framework designed to reduce the risk of data breaches and showcase your organization’s commitment to strong information security practices. The standard also provides cloud service customers with clear guidance on what to expect from their providers, promoting transparency, trust, and a shared understanding of secure cloud operations.
It covers critical areas such as asset ownership, the secure removal and return of assets when a customer’s contract ends, and the protection and isolation of a customer’s virtual environment. These measures help reduce vulnerabilities and ensure that data remains secure throughout its lifecycle. With cloud data breaches on the rise, it is more important than ever for organizations, whether as cloud service providers or customers to proactively implement these best practices and safeguard sensitive information.
ISO/IEC 27017:2015 is a code of practice, not a standalone certifiable standard. It provides specialized implementation guidance for both Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) and Cloud Service Customers (CSCs).
Address Cloud-Specific Risks: Multi-tenancy, virtualization, and shared responsibility models create unique security challenges that general ISMS standards don’t fully cover.
Provide Practical Implementation Guidance: Offers detailed, actionable recommendations for securing cloud environments.
Enhance Trust and Transparency: Helps CSPs demonstrate robust security practices and assists customers in assessing provider security posture.
