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ISO 27001 Supplier Relationship and Third-Party Security Audit Checklist

A specialized audit checklist for evaluating an organization's supplier relationship and third-party security practices in compliance with ISO 27001 requirements.

ISO 27001 Supplier Relationship and Third-Party Security Audit Checklist

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About This Checklist

The ISO 27001 Supplier Relationship and Third-Party Security Audit Checklist is an essential tool for organizations seeking to manage risks associated with external parties accessing or processing their information assets. This checklist focuses on evaluating an organization's practices related to supplier selection, contractual agreements, ongoing monitoring, and third-party access management in alignment with ISO 27001 standards. By systematically assessing supplier security policies, service level agreements, information sharing practices, and access controls for third parties, organizations can significantly reduce risks associated with supply chain vulnerabilities and unauthorized data exposure. This comprehensive checklist aids in identifying gaps in supplier management processes, improving third-party security oversight, and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001 requirements for supplier relationships and information security.

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Industry

Information Technology

Standard

ISO/IEC 27001 - Information Security Management

Workspaces

Corporate offices
Vendor management centers
Remote Work Environments

Occupations

Vendor Management Specialist
Procurement Manager
Information Security Officer
Supply Chain Security Analyst
Third-Party Risk Manager
1
Is the supplier compliant with ISO 27001 standards?
2
What is the risk rating of the supplier?
3
How many users have access to sensitive data with the vendor?
Min: 0
Target: 10
Max: 100
4
Are the contractual requirements being monitored effectively?
5
What is the name of the supplier being assessed?
6
Does the supplier have a security training program for employees?
7
How many vulnerability assessments has the supplier conducted in the last year?
Min: 0
Target: 2
Max: 10
8
When was the last security audit conducted for the supplier?
9
Is the supplier compliant with recognized data security standards?
10
Does the supplier have an incident reporting mechanism in place?
11
What is the average response time for security incidents reported by the supplier (in hours)?
Min: 1
Target: 4
Max: 48
12
Are background checks conducted for employees by the supplier?
13
What is the contact information for the primary vendor representative?
14
Does the vendor use encryption for sensitive data at rest and in transit?
15
How many security breaches has the vendor experienced in the last year?
Min: 0
Target: 1
Max: 10
16
How often does the vendor conduct security audits?

FAQs

This checklist primarily covers Section A.15 (Supplier Relationships) of ISO 27001 Annex A, focusing on information security in supplier relationships and supplier service delivery management.

The checklist includes items to verify that security criteria are incorporated into supplier selection processes, including evaluation of supplier's own security practices and certifications.

Yes, it includes specific items to assess the security measures and compliance of cloud service providers, including data protection, access controls, and incident response capabilities.

It includes items to evaluate the processes for regular security assessments, audits, and performance reviews of suppliers, ensuring continued compliance with security requirements.

Yes, the checklist includes items to verify proper controls for granting, monitoring, and revoking third-party access to organizational systems and data, including the use of secure remote access methods.

Benefits of ISO 27001 Supplier Relationship and Third-Party Security Audit Checklist

Enhances security in supplier and third-party relationships

Ensures compliance with ISO 27001 supplier security requirements

Reduces risks associated with supply chain vulnerabilities

Improves management of third-party access to organizational assets

Supports consistent application of security practices across the supply chain