Armanino Certified LLC Achieves ANAB Accreditation for ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 Certification Services

Accreditation bolsters Armanino’s information security, data privacy and compliance audit capabilities as demand rapidly grows for key certifications

Armanino, a top 20 accounting and consulting firm, announced that its affiliate Armanino Certified LLC has earned its accreditation as an ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) certified body authorized to issue ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certificates. This achievement enhances Armanino's robust suite of compliance and certification services, positioning it as a premier provider for organizations seeking ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certifications that demonstrate the highest standard of information security and data privacy.

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“These certifications make all the difference for international businesses and U.S. companies that grapple with updated or changing regulations around data privacy and information security, combined with pressure from stakeholders, clients and vendor requests,” says Arti Lalwani, Managing Director at Armanino. “We’re proud to be in a select group of firms capable of delivering these certifications. Armanino’s excellence in information and cybersecurity attestations, such as SOC attestations, make us well positioned to deliver the same level of engagement and service for ISO certification.”

The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification is an internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a structured path for organizations to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their ISMS, while providing a high degree of confidence that the organization, to the extent it achieves certification, is taking stringent measures to protect sensitive data. Armanino’s dual stage approach ensures a thorough but timely audit process that includes:

Stage 1 Audit: Armanino Certified LLC reviews a client’s ISMS and Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) for ISO 27001 compliance, providing a detailed report of any concerns.

Stage 2 Audit: Upon Stage 1 completion, Armanino Certified LLC will test ISMS and PIMS conformance through on-site procedures, including interviews, process observation, and artifact/document inspection. When complete, a certification will be issued if the firm meets the certification requirements.

Armanino Certified LLC also provides surveillance audits in years two and three to maintain ISO 27001 certification, ensuring ongoing ISMS and PIMS compliance, scope consistency, ISMS improvement, and ongoing monitoring. Additionally, after the surveillance period, a recertification audit can be achieved, upon review of ISMS and PIMS performance, system changes, and scope adjustments, ensuring continued certification before the next recertification period.

As an extension of the ISO/IEC 27001, Armanino Certified LLC can also provide certificates for ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification for PIMS. This certification allows organizations to demonstrate conformity to a standard of requirements for the design and implementation of PIMS. This certification is critical for companies seeking to adhere to international rules and regulations around data privacy, including the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Armanino distinguishes itself by offering an additional Readiness Assessment prior to the certification process. Conducted by an ISO 27001 certified auditor, this assessment identifies gaps within the ISMS that could potentially become non-conformities during the certification audit, potentially leading to a smoother certification journey.

Armanino and Armanino Certified LLC can also work together to perform combined ISO certifications and SOC audits. Because many organizations seek specific ISO certifications alongside SOC attestation, Armanino has created a system to allow these processes to occur simultaneously, saving valuable time.

To learn more about Armanino’s Certified LLC’s ISO Certification capabilities click here or contact ISO@armanino.com.

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Armanino Certified LLC, an affiliate of Armanino LLP, is accredited by the ANAB to perform the aforementioned certifications. It communicates directly with clients through the engagement team regarding all certification decisions. All decisions related to certification are approved by Armanino Certified LLC leadership and are required to adhere to our document certification processes.

Armanino LLP is one of the 20 largest independent accounting and business consulting firms in the nation. A Certified B Corporation®, Armanino provides an integrated set of audit, tax, business management, consulting, and technology solutions to companies in the U.S. and globally. The firm helps clients adapt and change in every stage of business, from startup through rapid growth to the sale of a company. Armanino emphasizes smart technology, leading a cloud revolution of financial, operational, sales, and compliance tools that are transforming the way companies do business.

Armanino is an independent member firm of Moore North America Inc. (MNA), which is itself a regional member of Moore Global Network Limited (MGNL), one of the world’s major accounting and consulting membership organizations. All the firms associated with MNA and MGNL are independent entities, owned and managed in each location. Their membership in, or association with, MNA or MGNL should not be construed as constituting or implying any partnership between them. In addition to its core consulting and accounting practices, Armanino operates its division, AMF Media Group (amfmediagroup.com), a media and communications services agency.

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