Fast-Track ISO 27001

ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive company information, ensuring it remains secure through risk management processes, security controls, and continuous improvement. Certification demonstrates to customers and partners that your organization follows best practices for information security.

Most compliance platforms give you a dashboard and leave you to figure out the rest. Bastion pairs you with a dedicated security engineer who handles the implementation end-to-end. We define your security controls, write your policies, configure your tools, and provide the built-in security tooling you need to actually meet compliance requirements. You get a team and real security infrastructure, not just software.

Forward-deployed means our security engineers are embedded with your team for the duration of your certification. They handle custom program setup tailored to your specific architecture, define security controls mapped to your stack and risk profile, own the entire implementation including documentation and policy creation, and provide one-to-one dedicated support throughout the process.

Overall pricing depends on scope, company size, and technical setup. Bastion reduces implementation time and overall costs by combining a GRC platform, dedicated security engineer, built-in security tooling, and audit coordination.

Most organizations achieve ISO 27001 certification in 3-6 months with Bastion. The timeline depends on your starting security posture and organization size. Our forward-deployed security engineers handle the implementation work, which significantly reduces the burden on your team and keeps the project on track.

Bastion includes the actual security tools required for compliance, not just monitoring dashboards. This includes tools to secure your team (security awareness training, access controls), secure your devices (endpoint management, MDM), secure your codebase (code scanning, secrets detection), and secure your infrastructure (cloud configuration, vulnerability management).

ISO 27001 requires implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) that includes: defining an information security policy, conducting risk assessments, implementing security controls from Annex A (93 controls across 4 categories), establishing security objectives, and maintaining documentation. You must also demonstrate continuous improvement through internal audits and management reviews.

ISO 27001 is an international standard focused on establishing an ISMS with a prescriptive set of controls, while SOC 2 is a US-based audit framework that evaluates controls against Trust Services Criteria. ISO 27001 is more common in Europe and internationally, while SOC 2 dominates in North America. Many organizations pursuing international business get both certifications. Bastion can help you achieve dual compliance efficiently.

Startups benefit from ISO 27001 when selling to enterprise customers (especially in Europe), entering regulated industries, or handling sensitive data. It is increasingly required for B2B SaaS companies, fintech, healthtech, and any organization processing European customer data. Early certification can accelerate sales cycles and provide competitive advantage.

ISO 27001 certification is valid for 3 years with annual surveillance audits. To maintain certification, you must conduct regular internal audits, perform management reviews, address non-conformities, update your risk assessment as threats evolve, and demonstrate continuous improvement. Bastion provides ongoing support to help you stay compliant year-round, with your dedicated security engineer available for continued guidance.