Information Security Strategy

An information security strategy defines how your organization systematically protects its information assets. It encompasses a risk analysis, protection objectives (confidentiality, integrity, availability), a prioritized measures roadmap, responsibilities, and KPIs for measuring success. It bridges the gap between business strategy and operational security and forms the foundation for an ISMS in accordance with ISO 27001:2022.

Information security protects all information assets — regardless of the medium. This includes digital data, but also physical documents, verbal communication, and knowledge held by employees. IT security focuses on protecting the technical infrastructure (networks, servers, endpoints). An effective strategy integrates both: technical measures and organizational controls.

Certification is not legally required, but regulatory requirements have made it a de facto standard: NIS 2 requires appropriate security measures, TISAX presupposes an ISMS, and many clients demand ISO 27001 as a contractual condition. ISO 27001:

2022 with its

93 controls in four categories provides the internationally recognized framework for this.

The strategy development itself typically takes 8–

12 weeks — from the initial inventory through the risk analysis to the completed roadmap. First quick wins (e.g., closing critical vulnerabilities, launching awareness measures) are often achievable within 4–

6 weeks. Full implementation of the strategy extends over 12–

24 months.

Industry benchmarks suggest companies invest 5–15% of their IT budget in information security. The specific requirement depends on your industry, company size, current maturity level, and regulatory requirements. ADVISORI helps you define a risk-appropriate budget and prioritize investments where they deliver the greatest protective effect.

ISO 27001:

2022 is the most important international standard for information security management systems. The

2022 update reduced the controls from

114 to

93 and structured them into four clear categories: organizational (37), people (8), physical (14), and technological (34). This framework forms the foundation of every modern information security strategy — even without formal certification.

ADVISORI is itself ISO 27001-certified and practices the standards we recommend. With around

150 specialist consultants and deep industry expertise in financial services, automotive, energy, and manufacturing, we do not deliver generic concepts — but industry-specific strategies with a concrete implementation plan. We support you from analysis through to ongoing operations.