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We designed this ISO 27001 checklist template as a tool for assessing your organization’s readiness for certification. You can clarify where your information security management system stands, so you can identify and address compliance gaps early. For example, if you’re struggling to coordinate internal audits or document evidence for auditors, this template guides you through the requirements.

A recent study by IBM and the Ponemon Institute found that the global average cost of a data breach is now $4.4 million. As cyberattacks become more complex, robust, well-documented controls are increasingly crucial for every organization.

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Scope, Context and Leadership

Has the organization determined the external and internal issues that are relevant to its purpose and its strategic direction and that affect its ability to achieve the intended result(s) of its information security management system?

Has the organization determined the interested parties that are relevant to the information security management system and the requirements of these interested parties?

Has the organization determined the boundaries and applicability of the information security management system to establish its scope?

Has top management demonstrated leadership and commitment with respect to the information security management system?

Planning

Has the organization established information security objectives and plans to achieve them?

Has the organization determined the information security risks and opportunities that need to be addressed?

Has the organization planned actions to address these information security risks and opportunities, and evaluated the effectiveness of these actions?

Support

Has the organization determined and provided the necessary resources for the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continual improvement of the information security management system?

Has the organization ensured that persons doing work under the organization's control are aware of the information security policy, their contribution to the effectiveness of the information security management system, and the implications of not conforming with the information security management system requirements?

Has the organization determined the necessary competence of persons doing work under its control that affects the information security performance and ensured that these persons are competent on the basis of appropriate education, training, or experience?

Has the organization determined the internal and external communications relevant to the information security management system, including on what it will communicate, when to communicate, with whom to communicate, and how to communicate?

Has the organization established and maintained documented information required by the ISO 27001 standard and determined the necessary documented information for the effectiveness of the information security management system?

Operation

Has the organization planned, implemented and controlled the processes needed to meet information security requirements and to implement the actions determined in the planning stage?

Has the organization implemented information security risk assessment and treatment processes?

Has the organization implemented supplier relationships management processes to protect the organization's information?

Performance Evaluation

Has the organization determined what needs to be monitored and measured, including information security processes and controls?

Has the organization evaluated the information security performance and the effectiveness of the information security management system?

Has the organization conducted internal audits at planned intervals to provide information on whether the information security management system conforms to the organization's own requirements for its information security management system and to the requirements of the ISO 27001 standard?

Improvement

Has the organization determined opportunities for improvement and implemented necessary actions?

Has the organization responded to nonconformities and taken action to control and correct them, and deal with the consequences?

Has the organization continuously improved the suitability, adequacy and effectiveness of the information security management system?

Frequently asked questions

How does the ISO 27001 checklist template help me prepare for certification audits?

The checklist walks you through each requirement so you can document evidence, address gaps, and demonstrate compliance to auditors. This reduces the risk of nonconformities and supports a smoother, more confident certification process.

Can I customize the ISO 27001 checklist template for my organization’s needs?

Yes, you can adapt the checklist to match your unique processes, scope, and risk environment. Customization ensures the template remains practical and relevant as your information security management system evolves.

What should I do if I find gaps using the ISO 27001 checklist template?

If you identify gaps, use the checklist to prioritize corrective actions and track progress. Addressing these issues promptly helps you strengthen your information security posture and avoid future noncompliance.

This template, developed by Lumiform employees, serves as a starting point for businesses using the Lumiform platform and is intended as a hypothetical example only. It does not replace professional advice. Companies should consult qualified professionals to assess the suitability and legality of using this template in their specific workplace or jurisdiction. Lumiform is not liable for any errors or omissions in this template or for any actions taken based on its content.