ISO/IEC TS 27008:2019 - Overview of Information Security Control Assessments - Clauses 6.1.4 - 6.1.5.

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Howard and Jim chat about ISO/IEC TS 27008:2019 - Overview of Information Security Control Assessments - Clauses 6.1.4 - 6.1.5.
POINTS DISCUSSED

1. How does the process of obtaining permission to access all areas and controls play into the effectiveness of an information security audit?
2. Why is it crucial for auditors to create a review checklist, and what should typically be included in this checklist?
3. In what ways do discussions with employees provide valuable insights into the efficacy of the information security management system?
4. How do auditors provide "reasonable assurance" about the achievement of information security goals?
5. How can organizations strike a balance between accepting a certain level of risk and ensuring adequate backup and protection to counter threats?
6. What are some of the latest trends in risk-based approaches to information security that organizations need to stay abreast of?
7. The importance of objective analysis and professional reporting during the audit, and what makes an auditor skilled in this aspect
8. What are the main challenges when ensuring that all employees understand and follow the established policies and procedures?
9. What resources and training should organizations prioritize to equip their teams for effective information security management?

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Howard and Jim Deep Dive into ISO/IEC TS 27008:2019 - Guidelines for the assessment of Information Security Controls - Clause 6.2, Resourcing and Competence.
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