RENU ISO 27001:2022 Certification

Commitment to Excellence in Information Security Management

At the Research and Education Network for Uganda (RENU), we are proud to be ISO 27001:2022 certified, a globally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This certification demonstrates our unwavering commitment to securing information, mitigating risks, and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data across all our services.

What is ISO 27001:2022?

ISO 27001:2022 is an internationally recognized standard that outlines the requirements for an information security management system (ISMS). It focuses on principles such as risk management, data protection, cybersecurity resilience, and continual improvement. Organizations that achieve this certification are recognized for their ability to systematically manage information security risks and safeguard sensitive data.

What This Means for You

As a member of RENU, our ISO 27001:2022 certification ensures that you benefit from:

• Enhanced Security: A robust framework that protects your data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.

• Risk Management: Proactive identification and mitigation of potential security vulnerabilities to ensure business continuity.

• Regulatory Compliance: Adherence to international best practices and legal requirements for information security.

• Trust and Reliability: A structured approach to data protection, ensuring that our services meet the highest security standards.

Our Journey to Certification

Achieving ISO 27001:2022 certification is part of our ongoing commitment to cybersecurity excellence. The process involved:

• Comprehensive security audits to assess and improve our information security management systems.

• External assessments by an independent certification body to validate compliance with ISO 27001:2022 standards.

• Active engagement of our team to strengthen security awareness and ensure alignment with our cybersecurity objectives.

Supporting Our Vision

Our ISO 27001:2022 certification reinforces our vision to be a trusted and secure technology enabler for Uganda’s academic and research community. By adhering to international information security standards, we are better positioned to protect sensitive data, enable secure collaboration, and support the evolving digital landscape of our members and stakeholders.