ISO 27001 Annex A 8.30 Outsource Development Explained Really Simply - Beginner's Guide

In this beginner's guide to ISO 27001 Annex A 8.30 Outsource Development, ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Stuart Barker and his team talk you through what it is, how to implement in and how to pass the audit. Free ISO 27001 training.

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When people outside your office write your code, they might not be safe. You get speed, but you might get their security holes too.

So, ask yourself this: Is your security safe?

The answer is likely "no."

The Rule You Need to Know

You do not have to guess how to fix this. There is a rule book. It is called ISO 27001. Specifically, you need to look at Annex A 8.30.

This is the guide for outsourced work. It says you must watch what your developers do. You must set the rules. Then, you must check that they follow them.

You Are Responsible

Here is the truth: You are in charge.

It does not matter where your developer lives. You are the one who must keep the data safe. You can outsource the work. But you cannot outsource the risk.

How to Do It Right

How do you follow the rules? The standard gives us a map. Here are the steps you need to take.

1. Pick the Right Partner This starts before any code is written. You must check who you hire. Do not just take their word for it.

Ask for proof.

Look at their audit reports (like SOC 2).

Call their references.

2. Sign a Strong Contract A handshake is not enough. You need a legal contract. It must state your security rules clearly.

Get your lawyers to help.

Add a "right to audit" clause. This lets you check their work.

3. Get the Proof One day, an auditor will ask you to prove it. They do not want promises. They want paper.

Show them the signed contract.

Show them the test results.

An Easier Way to Pass Your Audit

Does this sound like a lot of work? It can be.

Old ways cost a lot of money. You might hire expensive consultants. But there is a better way. You do not need to spend tens of thousands of pounds.

Meet the High Table Toolkit.

This solution comes from Stuart Barker. He has been an ISO 27001 Lead Auditor for over 30 years. He knows what auditors want.

The toolkit gives you three simple things:

1. Documents that are ready for the auditor.
2. A guide to set up your controls.
3. Confidence that you will pass.

Take the Next Step

You can take control of your security. It does not have to slow you down. It helps you move fast and stay safe.

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Key Takeaways for Your Business

The Risk: Outside coders can cause data leaks.

The Rule: Use ISO 27001 Annex A 8.30.

The Duty: You own the risk, not the vendor.

The Fix: Use the High Table Toolkit to save time and money.
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