Internal auditor ISO 27001
An Internal Auditor ISO/IEC 27001 is a person within an organization who evaluates whether the company’s Information Security Management System (ISMS) complies with the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001. This auditor works inside the organization, not for an external certification body, and their role is to check whether policies, procedures, technical controls, and security practices are being followed as intended. An internal auditor verifies that the ISMS is functioning effectively, that risks are properly identified and managed, and that employees comply with established rules. They review documents, interview staff, observe processes, and collect evidence to determine if the organization meets the ISO 27001 requirements. They identify non-conformities, weaknesses, and areas for improvement, and report their findings to management so that corrective actions can be taken. Internal auditors must understand the ISO 27001 standard, know how to perform audits according to ISO 19011 guidelines, and be independent from the areas they audit. Their work is essential because internal audits are a mandatory requirement of ISO 27001 and help prepare the organization for external certification audits.
