Security & Compliance
ISO
ISO standards, certifications, and quality management systems
ISO
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards provide frameworks for quality, security, and process management.
Common ISO Standards
ISO 9001 - Quality Management
Framework for consistent quality in products and services.
Core Principles
- Customer focus
- Leadership
- Engagement of people
- Process approach
- Improvement
- Evidence-based decisions
- Relationship management
Implementation
1. Define quality objectives
2. Document processes
3. Implement controls
4. Monitor performance
5. Continuous improvementISO 27001 - Information Security
Framework for managing information security.
Key Controls
- Access control
- Cryptography
- Physical security
- Operations security
- Communications security
- Incident management
- Business continuity
- Compliance
Example Controls
// Access Control
interface AccessControl {
// Control user access
authenticateUser(credentials: Credentials): boolean
// Enforce least privilege
authorizeAction(user: User, resource: Resource): boolean
// Review access rights
auditAccess(user: User): AccessLog[]
// Revoke access
revokeAccess(user: User, resource: Resource): void
}
// Cryptography
interface Cryptography {
// Encrypt sensitive data
encryptData(data: string, key: string): string
// Secure key management
rotateKeys(): void
// Hash passwords
hashPassword(password: string): string
}
// Incident Management
interface IncidentManagement {
// Detect incidents
detectIncident(event: SecurityEvent): Incident | null
// Respond to incidents
respondToIncident(incident: Incident): Response
// Log incidents
logIncident(incident: Incident): void
// Review lessons learned
reviewIncident(incident: Incident): LessonsLearned
}ISO 20000 - IT Service Management
Framework for delivering quality IT services.
Service Management Processes
- Service desk
- Incident management
- Problem management
- Change management
- Release management
- Capacity management
- Availability management
ISO 22301 - Business Continuity
Framework for business continuity management.
Key Components
1. Risk Assessment
- Identify threats
- Assess impact
- Prioritize risks
2. Business Impact Analysis
- Critical functions
- Recovery objectives
- Resource requirements
3. Continuity Strategies
- Backup systems
- Alternative facilities
- Communication plans
4. Testing & Exercises
- Regular drills
- Scenario testing
- Update plansISO Certification Process
1. Gap Analysis
Current State → Identify Gaps → Define Actions
Example:
- Current: No formal security policy
- Gap: ISO 27001 requires documented policies
- Action: Create and approve security policy2. Implementation
- Document processes
- Train employees
- Implement controls
- Gather evidence
- Conduct internal audits3. Certification Audit
Stage 1: Documentation Review
Auditor reviews:
- Policies and procedures
- Process documentation
- Evidence of implementation
- Internal audit resultsStage 2: Implementation Audit
Auditor verifies:
- Processes are followed
- Controls are effective
- Evidence is maintained
- Continuous improvement4. Certification
✅ Pass: Certificate issued (valid 3 years)
❌ Fail: Address non-conformities and re-audit5. Surveillance Audits
Year 1: Surveillance audit
Year 2: Surveillance audit
Year 3: Re-certification auditDocumentation Requirements
Quality Manual
# Quality Manual
## 1. Scope
Defines boundaries of QMS
## 2. Quality Policy
Organization's quality commitment
## 3. Organizational Context
Business environment and stakeholders
## 4. Leadership
Management commitment and roles
## 5. Planning
Quality objectives and risk management
## 6. Support
Resources, competence, awareness
## 7. Operation
Process execution and controls
## 8. Performance Evaluation
Monitoring, measurement, analysis
## 9. Improvement
Non-conformity and continual improvementProcedures
# Procedure: Incident Management
## Purpose
Respond to and resolve security incidents
## Scope
All information security incidents
## Responsibilities
- Security team: Incident response
- IT team: Technical remediation
- Management: Decision making
## Process
1. Detection and reporting
2. Classification and prioritization
3. Investigation and diagnosis
4. Resolution and recovery
5. Closure and review
## Records
- Incident log
- Investigation reports
- Lessons learnedRecords
// Example: Training Records
interface TrainingRecord {
employeeId: string
employeeName: string
trainingTopic: string
trainingDate: Date
trainer: string
completionStatus: 'completed' | 'in-progress' | 'pending'
certificateIssued: boolean
nextReviewDate: Date
}
// Example: Audit Records
interface AuditRecord {
auditId: string
auditType: 'internal' | 'external' | 'supplier'
auditDate: Date
auditor: string
scope: string
findings: Finding[]
recommendations: string[]
followUpDate: Date
}
interface Finding {
severity: 'major' | 'minor' | 'observation'
description: string
evidence: string
correctiveAction: string
responsiblePerson: string
targetDate: Date
status: 'open' | 'closed'
}PDCA Cycle
Plan
1. Identify objectives
2. Assess current state
3. Plan improvements
4. Define metricsDo
1. Implement changes
2. Train personnel
3. Execute processes
4. Collect dataCheck
1. Monitor performance
2. Measure results
3. Analyze data
4. Identify gapsAct
1. Address issues
2. Standardize improvements
3. Update documentation
4. Continuous improvementISO in Software Development
Quality Assurance
// Code review checklist (ISO 9001)
interface CodeReviewChecklist {
functionalityCorrect: boolean
codeQuality: boolean
testCoverage: boolean
documentationComplete: boolean
securityReviewed: boolean
performanceAcceptable: boolean
reviewerApproval: string
reviewDate: Date
}
// Testing evidence (ISO 9001)
interface TestEvidence {
testId: string
testDescription: string
testSteps: string[]
expectedResult: string
actualResult: string
status: 'pass' | 'fail'
tester: string
testDate: Date
evidence: string[] // screenshots, logs
}Security Controls
// Access control matrix (ISO 27001)
interface AccessControlMatrix {
userId: string
roles: string[]
permissions: Permission[]
approvedBy: string
approvalDate: Date
reviewDate: Date
}
// Security incident log (ISO 27001)
interface SecurityIncident {
incidentId: string
reportedDate: Date
reportedBy: string
description: string
severity: 'critical' | 'high' | 'medium' | 'low'
affectedSystems: string[]
impactAssessment: string
responseActions: Action[]
resolvedDate: Date
lessonsLearned: string
}Change Management
// Change request (ISO 20000)
interface ChangeRequest {
changeId: string
title: string
description: string
requestor: string
urgency: 'emergency' | 'urgent' | 'normal'
impact: 'high' | 'medium' | 'low'
affectedSystems: string[]
implementationPlan: string
rollbackPlan: string
approvalStatus: 'pending' | 'approved' | 'rejected'
approvers: Approval[]
implementationDate: Date
}
interface Approval {
approver: string
role: string
decision: 'approved' | 'rejected'
comments: string
date: Date
}Compliance Checklist
ISO 9001 Checklist
- Quality policy documented
- Quality objectives defined
- Processes documented
- Responsibilities assigned
- Resources allocated
- Training conducted
- Performance monitored
- Internal audits performed
- Management review conducted
- Continuous improvement
ISO 27001 Checklist
- Security policy approved
- Risk assessment completed
- Controls implemented
- Access control enforced
- Encryption used
- Incident response plan
- Business continuity plan
- Employee training
- Regular audits
- Compliance review
Internal Audits
Audit Planning
## Internal Audit Plan
Audit Scope: Development process
Audit Date: 2024-02-15
Auditor: John Doe
Areas to Audit:
- Code review process
- Testing procedures
- Deployment process
- Documentation
- Change management
Audit Criteria:
- ISO 9001:2015
- Company procedures
- Industry best practicesAudit Checklist
## Code Review Process Audit
1. Is there a documented code review procedure?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Partial
Evidence: _______
2. Are all code changes reviewed before merge?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Partial
Evidence: _______
3. Are reviewers trained in the process?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Partial
Evidence: _______
4. Are review comments documented?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Partial
Evidence: _______
5. Is there evidence of reviews?
☐ Yes ☐ No ☐ Partial
Evidence: _______Audit Report
# Internal Audit Report
## Audit Details
- Date: 2024-02-15
- Auditor: John Doe
- Scope: Development process
## Findings
### Major Non-Conformity
None
### Minor Non-Conformity
1. Code review checklist not consistently used
- Evidence: 3 of 10 PRs had no checklist
- Corrective Action: Mandatory checklist enforcement
- Responsible: Tech Lead
- Due Date: 2024-03-01
### Observations
1. Review turnaround time varies significantly
- Recommendation: Set SLA for reviews
- Responsible: Engineering Manager
## Positive Findings
- 100% of code is reviewed before merge
- Clear documentation of review process
- Good engagement from reviewers
## Conclusion
Overall process is effective with minor improvements needed.Management Review
Review Agenda
# Management Review Meeting
Date: Quarterly
Attendees: Management team
## Agenda
1. Review of previous actions
2. Changes in context (internal/external)
3. Performance metrics
- Quality objectives
- Customer satisfaction
- Process performance
4. Audit results
- Internal audits
- External audits
5. Non-conformities and corrective actions
6. Customer feedback
7. Resource needs
8. Improvement opportunities
9. Actions for next periodContinuous Improvement
Improvement Process
interface ImprovementProposal {
id: string
title: string
description: string
currentState: string
proposedState: string
benefits: string[]
costs: number
effort: string
priority: 'high' | 'medium' | 'low'
proposedBy: string
status: 'proposed' | 'approved' | 'implemented' | 'rejected'
}
interface CorrectiveAction {
id: string
issueDescription: string
rootCause: string
correctiveAction: string
preventiveAction: string
responsible: string
dueDate: Date
status: 'open' | 'in-progress' | 'completed' | 'verified'
effectiveness: boolean
}Benefits of ISO Certification
Business Benefits
- Improved processes
- Reduced costs
- Better quality
- Increased efficiency
- Competitive advantage
- Customer confidence
Customer Benefits
- Consistent quality
- Reliable service
- Secure data
- Regulatory compliance
- Trust and confidence
Best Practices
- Management Commitment: Leadership must support ISO
- Employee Involvement: Everyone participates
- Documentation: Keep it simple and useful
- Regular Reviews: Don't wait for audits
- Continuous Improvement: Always look for better ways
- Training: Ensure competence
- Evidence: Maintain records
- Integration: Embed in daily work
Common Challenges
Documentation Overload
❌ Too much documentation
→ Focus on what adds value
✅ Right-sized documentation
→ Document what's necessary
→ Keep it practical
→ Make it accessibleResistance to Change
❌ "This is just bureaucracy"
→ Show value and benefits
✅ "This helps us work better"
→ Involve people in design
→ Make it easy to follow
→ Celebrate improvementsMaintaining Momentum
❌ Only care during audits
→ Integrate into daily work
✅ Living management system
→ Regular reviews
→ Continuous improvement
→ Make it part of cultureResources
- ISO website: iso.org
- ISO standards store
- Certification bodies
- Consultants
- Training courses
- Online communities