ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 is about making sure that security is a part of how you manage projects. This rule helps you handle security risks during a project, from the very beginning to the very end. The main idea is that security should be built into your projects, not just added on at the end.
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What is ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8?
The latest version of the ISO 27001 standard is ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (published in October 2022).
In the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 Standard the control is titled “Information Security In Project Management”.
What is the ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 control objective?
The formal definition and control objective in the standard is: “Information security should be integrated into project management.“
What is the purpose of ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8?
The purpose of ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 is “to ensure information security risks related to projects and deliverables are effectively addressed in project management throughout the project life cycle.“
Is ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 Mandatory?
ISO 27001 Annex A control 5.8 (Information Security In Project Management in the 2022 standard) is not automatically mandatory in the same way the clauses in the main body of the standard (clauses 4 through 10) are.
The mandatory part of the standard requires you to consider ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 and all other Annex A controls, but you have the flexibility to exclude it if it is not applicable to your organisation’s specific risks and context.
Why It’s Important
Projects often bring new changes to a company. If you don’t think about security during a project, you might create new risks. By including security in your project plan, you can find and fix problems early. This saves time and money later on. It also helps you meet legal rules and keep your customers’ trust.
Key Parts of the Rule
To follow this rule, you should have clear plans and policies. Here are some important steps:
- Make Security a Goal: Make security a key part of every project plan.
- Find Risks Early: Look for security risks at the start of a project.
- Check and Control: Put security rules in place during the project.
- Keep Checking: Always watch for new risks as the project goes on.
What an Auditor Will Check
An auditor will want to see proof that you are following these rules. They will look for:
- A written process for project management.
- Evidence that the project management process includes information security requirements.
- Evidence that you follow the project management process.
You can learn more about Information Security In Project Management and ISO 27001 by watching this video: ISO 27001 Annex A 5.8 Information Security In Project Management Explained
