ISO 27001
Internal Audit
Board-level, independent internal audits focused on governance, risk and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 compliance. We assess your ISMS, validate Annex A controls, and deliver prioritized insights into certification readiness.
- Remote-only internal audits performed with minimal disruption to your teams.
- Objective, third-party assessment of ISMS design and operating effectiveness.
- Structured mapping of nonconformities, risks, and Annex A control gaps.
- Actionable, prioritized remediation guidance ready to present to leadership and the board.
Why is the ISO 27001 internal audit a crucial process?
The ISO 27001 internal audit is a fundamental requirement that provides an independent, structured evaluation of your Information Security Management System (ISMS). It identifies weaknesses, gaps, and misalignments that could impact your organization’s security posture. ISO/IEC 27001:2022 mandates this process under Clause 9.2.
Because internal audits must remain objective and impartial, ISO 27001 allows them to be conducted by an independent third party. This avoids bias and ensures your ISMS is reviewed to the standards expected by certification bodies.
EntrySec delivers internal audits conducted by experts who combine deep ISO 27001 expertise with real-world cybersecurity knowledge. Our seasoned lead auditors and pentesters provide a precise, evidence-backed assessment of your ISMS maturity and deliver prioritized, implementation-ready improvements so you can approach your certification audit with confidence.
ISO 27001 Internal Audit Highlights
Initial GAP Analysis
Identify ISMS maturity levels & prepare for certification.
Full ISMS Audit
Annex A controls, documentation & evidence verification.
Remote Audit Delivery
Fully remote ISO 27001 internal audits conducted with zero disruption to your operations.
Actionable Guidance
Implementation-ready and prioritized recommendations.
Certification-Body Insight
Auditors with real ISO 27001 certification experience.
Certification Readiness
Complete clarity on your audit readiness and gaps.
The Internal Audit Process Roadmap
Take a look at our straightforward, easy-to-understand audit process. Clear, predictable, and transparent from beginning to end.
Scoping Call
Define scope, objectives, and key audit expectations.
Offer Creation
Receive a clear audit proposal aligned with your needs.
Scheduling
We align on dates, participants, and interview windows.
Audit Planning
We prepare a structured audit plan mapped to ISO 27001.
Audit Plan Approval
You approve scope, timing, and methodology.
Provision of Documentation
You share ISMS documentation and evidence securely.
Internal Audit
We conduct interviews, walkthroughs, and control checks.
Report & Closing Meeting
We review findings and confirm certification readiness.
After the Internal Audit
What Happens After Your ISO 27001 Internal Audit
A complete post-audit process designed to help you close gaps, implement corrective actions, and reach full readiness for your ISO 27001 certification audit with confidence.
Post-Audit Gap Analysis
A clear roadmap of what must be fixed before certification.
Immediately after the internal audit, we translate every non-conformity, weakness, and improvement opportunity into a structured, actionable plan. You receive full clarity on what needs remediation to reach ISO 27001 certification readiness.
- Detailed breakdown of findings and affected controls.
- Prioritisation based on risk, impact, and certification relevance.
- Root-cause analysis to understand why each gap occurred.
Benefits of ISO 27001 – Internal Audit
Strengthen your ISMS, enhance organisational security, and gain full visibility into your compliance and operational maturity.
Deep Security Expertise
A fusion of ISO 27001 experience and advanced penetration testing knowledge ensures a technically accurate and security-first internal audit.
Mastery of Modern Environments
We understand the complexity of cloud, SaaS, hybrid, and remote infrastructures—ensuring an audit grounded in real-world operational realities.
A True Partnership Approach
We work as an extension of your team, providing clarity, collaboration, and continuous guidance throughout your ISMS journey.
Actionable, High-Impact Guidance
Every insight is prioritised, practical, and technically actionable—removing ambiguity and accelerating meaningful improvements.
Prepared for External Certification
We help you understand exactly what matters for certification, ensuring a smooth, predictable, and stress-free external audit.
Comprehensive ISMS Visibility
We evaluate processes, controls, technologies, and operational practices to give you a complete, maturity-focused view of your ISMS.
By The Numbers
58+
ISO 27001 Internal Audits
92%
Findings remediated prior audit
114
Controls reviewed per cycle
98%
External audit readiness
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear and straightforward answers to the most common questions about our ISO 27001 Internal Audit services and how they help strengthen your ISMS and certification readiness.
ISO 27001 requires internal audits to be carried out at planned intervals, typically every 12 months. Many organisations perform internal audits more frequently—especially before certification or when major changes to the ISMS occur—to ensure ongoing compliance and readiness.
Audit duration varies based on the size of the organisation, the ISMS scope, number of processes, and documentation maturity. Most internal audits take between a few days and several weeks. We align timelines with your operational needs while ensuring full coverage of ISO 27001 requirements.
The internal audit verifies whether your ISMS is effectively implemented and compliant with ISO 27001. It includes reviewing documentation, evaluating Annex A controls, interviewing personnel, validating evidence, analysing operational practices, assessing risk management, and ensuring continual improvement mechanisms are functioning.
The internal audit is an internal requirement meant to identify gaps, measure effectiveness, and prepare your organisation for certification. The external audit is performed by an accredited certification body to formally confirm compliance. Internal audits are improvement-focused and collaborative, while external audits determine whether certification is granted or maintained.
Internal audits highlight weaknesses in processes, documentation, and operational controls before they lead to incidents or non-conformities. Addressing these gaps strengthens your ISMS, improves resilience, ensures continuous compliance, and minimises the likelihood of breaches, audit failures, or regulatory issues.
Yes. We provide a free consultation to understand your ISMS maturity, certification goals, scope, and challenges. We also explain our internal audit methodology, evidence requirements, and how we support you through both preparation and remediation.
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