To assist the client in achieving and maintaining compliance with relevant information security regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, ISO/IEC 27001), ensuring protection of data and avoidance of legal penalties.
Project Scope
Compliance Assessment & Gap Analysis
Review existing security policies, controls, and procedures.
Identify gaps between current practices and regulatory/industry standards (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, etc.).
Prioritize non-compliance risks.
Risk Assessment & Management
Conduct a thorough risk assessment to identify threats and vulnerabilities related to regulatory compliance.
Develop a risk management plan that addresses non-compliance and risk exposure.
Policy and Procedure Development
Create or update security policies and procedures to align with compliance standards.
Define roles and responsibilities for maintaining compliance across the organization.
Document incident response and data breach notification protocols.
Implementation of Compliance Controls
Establish and implement technical and administrative controls (e.g., encryption, access management, audit trails).
Monitor and ensure compliance with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
Compliance Training & Awareness
Provide compliance training for staff to ensure they understand regulatory requirements.
Conduct periodic refresher courses on compliance policies and reporting procedures.
Continuous Monitoring & Auditing
Implement systems for continuous monitoring of compliance.
Perform regular internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance and make adjustments as needed.
Assist with external compliance audits or certification processes (ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
Reporting & Documentation
Deliver regular compliance reports to stakeholders.
Maintain comprehensive documentation of compliance efforts, policies, procedures, and incidents.
Ensure preparedness for regulatory audits and inspections.
Incident Response and Data Breach Management
Develop a data breach response plan in line with regulatory requirements.
Ensure timely notification to authorities and affected parties in case of a breach.
Conduct post-incident reviews to improve future compliance measures.
Timeline
6-12 months depending on organizational size, complexity, and regulatory requirements.