WorkPro Achieves ISO 27001:2022 Security Accreditation
Our new ISO 27001:2022 Accreditation
Safeguarding client and candidate data is vital, which is why WorkPro is proud to have recently transitioned to the latest security standard of ISO 27001:2022. Supported by our internal auditor Sekuro, and external security auditor LRQA, this accreditation confirms our commitment and adherence to the framework that dictates how we collect, store, secure, handle, manage and destroy data, and maintain security protocols.
But what exactly does this accreditation mean, and how does it impact our customers and partners? Let’s dive deeper into the significance of ISO 27001:2022 and what it means for you.
What is ISO 27001:2022?
ISO 27001:2022 is an international standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a framework for organisations to manage the security of their assets, including financial information, intellectual property, employee details, and third-party data. The certification process involves a rigorous audit of an organisation’s security practices, ensuring they meet strict criteria for protecting data against threats such as cyber-attacks, data breaches, and other vulnerabilities.
The 2022 update to the ISO 27001 standard brings it in line with the latest cyber security challenges and best practices. It focuses on risk management, continuous improvement, and a proactive approach to information security.
Why is ISO 27001:2022 Accreditation Important?
For businesses and organisations that handle sensitive data, ISO 27001:2022 accreditation is a mark of trust and reliability. It demonstrates that WorkPro has implemented a comprehensive and effective information security management system, capable of protecting your data against the latest threats. Here are some key benefits:
- Enhanced Data Protection: With this accreditation, you can be confident that WorkPro uses industry-leading practices to protect your information. Whether it’s candidate data, background checks, or compliance records, we ensure your data is secure at every step of the process.
- Compliance with Global Standards: ISO 27001:2022 is recognised worldwide as the gold standard for information security. This means that our practices are not only compliant with local regulations but also meet international benchmarks, giving you peace of mind that your data is managed according to the highest standards.
- Reduced Risk: The ISO 27001:2022 framework is built around risk management, ensuring that we identify, assess, and mitigate potential security threats before they can impact your business. This proactive approach reduces the likelihood of data breaches and other security incidents.
- Trust and Transparency:
Achieving this certification reinforces our commitment to transparency and trust. We want our clients to know that we take their security seriously and have the credentials to prove it.
Our Next Steps
Our commitment to always enhancing our security measures doesn’t stop there - we are working on several developments to continue delivering accuracy, speed, and reliability.
In late 2023, WorkPro was appointed as a Document Verification Service (DVS) of the Attorney-General's Department, which allows us to directly access and validate a range of documents. By using DVS, WorkPro can confirm the authenticity of documents in real-time aligned with the Australian Government, providing reassurance and confidence in the verification process. This is currently being rolled out for our work rights check service, but will be available for police checks from September, and then all background checks.
WorkPro is also set to introduce our Optical Character Recognition (OCR) solution, which digitally converts images or printed text into machine-readable text. This technology extracts and verifies key information against the Document Verification Service (DVS). OCR will ensure that candidates provide the correct documents, while DVS confirms their legitimacy.
Biometric facial recognition is also on our roadmap to be deployed later this year, allowing the ability to deliver an instant identity check as part of our background screenings. This provides you the assurance that the person is who they claim to be.
These new enhancements will ensure even more security and efficiency when it comes to background checks.
Secure, Reliable Solutions You Can Trust
Our ISO 27001:2022 accreditation is a testament to our dedication to providing secure, reliable, and trustworthy solutions. As we continue to lead the way in compliance management, you can trust us to keep your data safe, secure, and always protected.
Contact us now If you have any questions about our security.
