Statement of Applicability Template
A statement of applicability template defining the ISO 27001 Statement of Applicability recording every Annex A control, its applicability, justification and implementation status, aligned to ISO 27001, SOC 2.
What's Included
1. Purpose & Scope
What the Statement of Applicability is for.
2. Control Register
Every Annex A control listed.
3. Justification
Why each control is included or excluded.
4. Implementation Status
Where each control actually stands.
5. Linkage
Connects the SoA to the rest of the system.
6. Maintenance
Keeping it current.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should a statement of applicability template include?
A comprehensive statement of applicability template should include purpose & scope, control register, justification, implementation status, and more. This template covers 6 key sections aligned to ISO 27001, SOC 2 requirements.
Which frameworks require a information security policy?
Major frameworks requiring information security policies include ISO 27001, SOC 2. This template maps directly to their control requirements, making it easier to demonstrate compliance across multiple standards.
How often should a statement of applicability template be reviewed?
Best practice is to review your statement of applicability template at least annually, or whenever significant changes occur in your organisation, technology environment, or regulatory landscape. Most frameworks including ISO 27001 and NIST CSF require documented policy review cycles.
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