A.5.2 Information security roles and responsibilities | ISO 27001 Control

Purpose

To establish accountability for information security activities and ensure clear ownership of security responsibilities.

Implementation Guidance

Document information security roles including CISO, data protection officer, system owners

Define responsibilities for each role in a RACI matrix

Ensure segregation of duties for critical security functions

Include information security responsibilities in job descriptions

Review and update role definitions as the organization evolves

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