ISO 27001 Consulting & Managed ISMS
From gap analysis to certification in 6 months — then ongoing managed compliance.
ISO 27001 Certification Made Practical
We guide organizations from zero security documentation to certified ISMS, then keep it running.
ISO 27001 certification is increasingly becoming a prerequisite for doing business, not a nice-to-have. Whether you are responding to a client requirement, preparing for a public procurement tender, or simply want to demonstrate that your organization takes information security seriously, HEXCLOUD.AI provides the structured consulting and hands-on implementation support needed to achieve certification efficiently. We have guided organizations from 20 to 500 employees through the ISO 27001:2022 certification process, achieving a 100% first-attempt certification rate with zero major nonconformities. Our approach is practical and tailored — we do not drop a stack of generic templates on your desk and wish you luck. We work alongside your team, building each policy and procedure to reflect your actual organization, your actual risks, and your actual ways of working.
The ISO 27001 certification journey typically unfolds over six months for mid-size organizations. We begin with a comprehensive gap analysis that assesses your current security posture against all 93 Annex A controls and the management system requirements of Clauses 4 through 10. This produces a clear, prioritized roadmap that your leadership can review and approve. From there, we establish the ISMS foundation: scope definition, information security policy, organizational context, roles and responsibilities, and the risk assessment methodology. Controls implementation follows, covering everything from access management and encryption to supplier security and incident management. We write the policies, create the procedures, and work with your IT team to implement the technical controls. Throughout the process, we maintain a project board that gives leadership full visibility into progress, blockers, and upcoming milestones.
What truly sets HEXCLOUD.AI apart is what happens after certification. Many consultancies help you pass the audit and then disappear, leaving you with a management system that slowly deteriorates until the next surveillance audit triggers a panic. Our managed ISMS service provides ongoing support: a dedicated information security advisor, monthly compliance reviews, quarterly risk register updates, annual management reviews, surveillance audit preparation, and policy updates when your organization changes. We also provide a centralized ISMS platform where all documents, risks, assets, and audit findings are tracked with automated reminders and dashboards. This means your ISMS remains a living, effective system that genuinely protects your organization rather than a box-ticking exercise that exists only for auditors. The investment in managed ISMS typically costs less than hiring a part-time information security officer while delivering more consistent and comprehensive coverage.
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Full-Spectrum ISMS Services
Eight core capabilities covering the complete ISO 27001 lifecycle from gap analysis to ongoing management.
Gap Analysis
Comprehensive assessment of your current information security posture against ISO 27001:2022 requirements. We review existing policies, procedures, technical controls, and organizational practices to identify gaps. Deliverables include a detailed gap analysis report with severity ratings, a remediation roadmap prioritized by risk and effort, and a realistic timeline to certification. Our gap analysis covers all 93 controls in Annex A across organizational, people, physical, and technological categories, giving you a clear picture of where you stand and exactly what needs to be done.
ISMS Design & Setup
We establish the foundation of your Information Security Management System including scope definition, information security policy, organizational context analysis (interested parties, internal/external issues), leadership commitment documentation, and security objectives aligned with business goals. We set up the ISMS documentation framework, define roles and responsibilities (Information Security Officer, Risk Owner, Asset Owner), and configure your ISMS management platform. Every document follows ISO 27001:2022 structure and is tailored to your organization — not generic templates.
Risk Register & Treatment
Systematic identification, assessment, and treatment of information security risks using a methodology aligned with ISO 27005. We conduct risk identification workshops with your teams to catalog threats and vulnerabilities, assess likelihood and impact using a quantitative scoring matrix, and define treatment plans (mitigate, transfer, accept, or avoid) for each risk. The risk register becomes a living document maintained through our managed ISMS platform with automated review reminders and status tracking.
Asset & Supplier Management
Complete inventory of information assets (hardware, software, data, people, facilities) with classification, ownership assignment, and handling procedures. For supplier management, we establish a third-party risk assessment framework that evaluates suppliers based on the sensitivity of data they access, their security certifications, and contractual security requirements. We create supplier security questionnaires, review existing contracts for security clauses, and establish ongoing monitoring procedures for critical suppliers.
Internal Audit Program
We design and execute a comprehensive internal audit program that verifies ISMS effectiveness before the certification body arrives. Our audit methodology covers all clauses (4-10) and applicable Annex A controls. We provide trained internal auditors (or serve as your outsourced internal audit function), conduct audits using structured checklists, document findings with evidence, and track corrective actions to closure. The internal audit serves as a dress rehearsal for certification, identifying and resolving nonconformities before the external auditor sees them.
Incident Management
Establish a structured incident management process that covers detection, classification, response, communication, and lessons learned. We define incident severity levels, create response playbooks for common scenarios (data breach, ransomware, unauthorized access, system outage), set up communication templates for stakeholders and regulators, and implement post-incident review procedures. For organizations subject to GDPR, we integrate the 72-hour breach notification requirement into the incident workflow with pre-drafted regulator notifications.
Management Review
Prepare and facilitate management review meetings as required by ISO 27001 Clause 9.3. We compile the required inputs (audit results, incident reports, risk assessment updates, corrective action status, stakeholder feedback, opportunities for improvement), prepare executive-ready presentations, facilitate the review meeting, and document management decisions and action items. These reviews ensure leadership remains engaged with information security and that the ISMS continuously improves based on data-driven insights.
Certification Support
End-to-end support through the certification process including selection of an accredited certification body, preparation for Stage 1 (documentation review) and Stage 2 (implementation audit), pre-audit readiness assessment, and accompaniment during external audits. We prepare your team for auditor interviews, ensure all evidence is organized and accessible, and manage the resolution of any nonconformities identified during the audit. Our track record: 100% of clients certified on the first attempt with zero major nonconformities.
Certification Roadmap
A seven-milestone journey from gap analysis to ongoing managed compliance.
The Path to Certification
Seven structured phases covering 6 months to certification plus ongoing managed ISMS.
Gap Analysis (Weeks 1-2)
We assess your current security posture against ISO 27001:2022 requirements. This includes reviewing existing policies, technical controls, organizational practices, and supplier arrangements. You receive a detailed gap analysis report with a severity-ranked remediation plan and effort estimates.
ISMS Foundation (Months 1-2)
Establish the ISMS scope, information security policy, organizational context, roles and responsibilities, and security objectives. We create the document management framework, define the risk assessment methodology, and set up the ISMS management platform. This phase produces approximately 15-20 core documents.
Controls Implementation (Months 2-3)
Implement the Annex A controls identified during gap analysis. This includes access control policies, encryption standards, secure development procedures, network security configuration, backup procedures, logging and monitoring, physical security measures, and human resources security processes. Each control has a documented procedure, assigned owner, and evidence of implementation.
Risk Assessment (Months 3-4)
Conduct formal risk assessment workshops with business units to identify, assess, and treat information security risks. We build the risk register, define treatment plans, select and justify controls, and produce the Statement of Applicability (SoA). Residual risks are formally accepted by risk owners with documented justification.
Internal Audit (Months 4-5)
Execute a full internal audit covering all ISMS clauses and applicable Annex A controls. We document findings, categorize nonconformities, define corrective actions, and track them to closure. The internal audit report provides confidence that the ISMS is effective and ready for external certification.
Certification (Months 5-6)
Prepare for and support you through Stage 1 (documentation review) and Stage 2 (implementation audit) by an accredited certification body. We conduct pre-audit readiness checks, prepare your team for auditor interviews, organize evidence, and manage any nonconformity resolution. Target: certified on first attempt.
Managed ISMS (Ongoing)
After certification, we provide ongoing managed ISMS services: monthly security reviews, quarterly risk register updates, annual management reviews, surveillance audit preparation, incident management support, policy updates for organizational changes, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your ISMS stays effective and compliant without overloading your internal team.
Standards & Tools We Work With
Industry-recognized frameworks and platforms for building and managing your ISMS.
SME Certification — Software Company, 45 Employees
Challenge
A Romanian software company with 45 employees needed ISO 27001 certification to qualify for a major enterprise contract worth over EUR 240,000 annually. They had no existing security documentation, no formal risk management process, and limited internal security expertise. The contract deadline required certification within 6 months.
Solution
HEXCLOUD.AI conducted a gap analysis in week one and immediately began building the ISMS foundation. We created 28 policies and procedures tailored to the organization, identified and assessed 87 information security risks, implemented controls across access management, encryption, network security, supplier management, and HR security, conducted a full internal audit, and prepared the team for certification. We used Confluence for document management and Jira for tracking audit findings and corrective actions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about ISO 27001 certification and managed ISMS.
Let's Start Your ISO 27001 Journey.
Begin with a free gap analysis consultation. We'll assess your current security posture, estimate the path to certification, and provide a transparent cost proposal — no commitment required.