Essential Tech achieves ISO27001:2022 certification success

Essential Tech has achieved ISO27001:2022 certification, reflecting its compliance with global information security management standards.

This certification confirms the Australian-managed service provider's dedication to ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and accessibility of client data.

Director Michael Coward said, "Achieving ISO27001:2022 certification is a significant milestone for Essential Tech. This certification underscores our unwavering commitment to safeguarding our clients' information and providing them with the highest level of security assurance."

ISO27001:2022 forms part of the ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards. It provides a structured approach to managing sensitive organisational information, covering people, processes, and IT systems in its scope to address risk management comprehensively.

Brendan Felstead, Essential Tech Sales Director and Partner, explained the importance of this development: "The security of information is more critical than ever.  Cyber threats are constantly evolving, and businesses are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals seeking to exploit vulnerabilities."

"Achieving ISO27001:2022 certification demonstrates our commitment to protecting our clients' data from potential threats and breaches and assures them that sensitive information is handled with the highest level of care and protection, strengthening our position as their trusted partner."

The certification process entailed a comprehensive audit of Essential Tech's information security management system by an independent certification body. The audit ensured that the company's security practices adhered to or exceeded the rigorous requirements set by the standard. The process also involved risk assessment, the development of security policies, employee training, and the ongoing monitoring and enhancement of practices.

Clients of Essential Tech, particularly those in sectors such as health, professional, legal, and financial services, stand to benefit from this certification. Cyberattacks, including ransomware, phishing, and data breaches, pose acute business threats and can result in significant financial and reputational harm. Having the certification means these clients can be assured their sensitive data is safeguarded from malicious threats and climate-related incidents, supported by robust data recovery strategies.