ISO/IEC 27017 Cloud Security Controls and Governance Delivery
Accredify Global helps cloud service providers and cloud service customers align their security controls to ISO/IEC 27017, the international code of practice for cloud-specific information security.
ISO 27017 extends ISO 27001 and ISO 27002 with cloud-specific guidance. We deliver end-to-end alignment programs so your organization can demonstrate structured cloud security governance to customers, auditors, and procurement teams.
ISO/IEC 27017 is a code of practice, not a standalone certifiable standard. Alignment and assessment are typically delivered alongside ISO 27001 certification or as an independent cloud security compliance program. Some certification bodies offer combined ISO 27001 + ISO 27017 assessments.
What your team receives
A structured ISO 27017 alignment program that maps cloud security obligations to your environment, roles, and ISO 27001 control framework.
What this engagement improves
The goal is a stronger, documented cloud security posture — not just a gap report.
Clearer cloud governance
Leadership and operations get shared accountability maps, control coverage, and cloud asset visibility.
Stronger customer assurance
Enterprise clients and procurement teams can see documented ISO 27017 alignment as part of vendor due diligence.
Better ISO 27001 extension
ISO 27017 fills cloud-specific gaps in your existing ISMS, reducing exposure in areas ISO 27001 Annex A does not fully address.
How the ISO 27017 alignment program works
We treat ISO 27017 as a practical control-alignment program connected to your cloud operations and ISO 27001 framework.
- Phase 1: Define cloud services, platforms, shared-responsibility boundaries, and asset inventory in scope.
- Phase 2: Assess current cloud security controls against ISO 27017 cloud-specific guidance and ISO 27001 baseline.
- Phase 3: Identify gaps in shared-responsibility governance, logging, virtualisation controls, and cloud asset management.
- Phase 4: Support remediation planning, control updates, and evidence development for cloud-specific controls.
- Phase 5: Deliver documented ISO 27017 alignment report with prioritized next steps and control coverage evidence.
ISO 27017 and ISO 27001 alignment
ISO 27017 is most effective as a complement to ISO 27001, extending the ISMS with cloud-specific implementation guidance.
ISO 27001 extension
ISO 27017 provides additional cloud-specific controls mapped to the ISO 27001 Annex A control set, covering CSP and CSC responsibilities.
ISO 27701 complement
For organizations processing personal data in the cloud, ISO 27017 pairs naturally with ISO 27701 privacy controls.
Practical cloud assurance
Documented ISO 27017 alignment gives cloud service providers a recognized evidence basis for customer security reviews.
Typical ISO 27017 deliverables
- Cloud service inventory and shared-responsibility boundary review
- ISO 27017 control gap assessment against current cloud security posture
- Remediation roadmap for cloud-specific control gaps
- Evidence and documentation support for cloud governance and asset controls
- ISO 27017 alignment report for customer and procurement due diligence
- Recommendations for combined ISO 27001 + ISO 27017 program governance
Who this is for
ISO 27017 alignment is relevant wherever cloud security governance matters for customers, regulators, or internal risk management.
- Cloud service providers needing documented cloud security control evidence
- SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS organizations responding to enterprise security questionnaires
- Organizations extending their ISO 27001 ISMS to cover cloud-specific controls
- Teams managing multi-cloud environments with shared-responsibility governance gaps
- Compliance teams looking to align cloud security with ISO 27701 or SOC 2 programs
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Common implementation and certification questions
Is ISO 27017 a certifiable standard?
ISO/IEC 27017 is a code of practice, not a standalone certifiable standard. However, some certification bodies offer combined ISO 27001 + ISO 27017 assessments that result in a combined certificate or statement of applicability.
How does ISO 27017 relate to ISO 27001?
ISO 27017 extends ISO 27001 and ISO 27002 by adding cloud-specific security controls and implementation guidance for both cloud service providers (CSP) and cloud service customers (CSC).
Do cloud service providers and their customers both need ISO 27017?
ISO 27017 provides guidance for both CSPs and CSCs. CSPs use it to demonstrate cloud security control maturity; CSCs use it to govern their use of cloud services and manage shared-responsibility gaps.
Can ISO 27017 work alongside ISO 27701?
Yes. ISO 27017 addresses cloud security controls, while ISO 27701 covers privacy information management. For organizations processing personal data in the cloud, both are relevant and complementary.
Need structured ISO 27017 cloud security alignment?
We can review your cloud control posture, identify gaps against ISO 27017 guidance, and deliver a practical alignment program that supports ISO 27001 and customer security due diligence.
Do You Need ISO 27017 Cloud Security Controls?
You likely need this now if:
- Customers are requesting independent assurance before onboarding
- You process sensitive, regulated, or payment-related data
- You are expanding into enterprise or regulated markets
- Security questionnaires are delaying contracts
Typical Timeline
Most end-to-end compliance delivery and reporting programs take 6-12 weeks depending on scope, control maturity, and available evidence.
What Happens Next?
- We review your service model, scope, and buyer requirements
- We recommend the right compliance pathway and audit approach
- You receive a tailored proposal with timeline guidance
- We launch engagement with clear milestones and ownership
Execution Strength
Accredify Global manages end-to-end delivery, documentation, evidence operations, and audit workflow so your compliance outcome is buyer-ready.