We are delighted that PwC Cert received accreditation for the certification of information security management systems (ISMS) according to ISO/IEC 27001 from the German Accreditation Body (DAkkS) on January 28, 2025. This accreditation confirms our commitment to the highest standards in information security and our expertise in supporting organizations with certification as proof of robust security measures.

Berlin, January 28, 2025

About ISO/IEC 27001 Certification

ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for ISMS that helps organizations worldwide identify, manage, and reduce their information security risks. With this new DAkkS accreditation, PwC is ideally positioned to support organizations in achieving and maintaining this important security standard.

What Does The Accreditation Mean To Our Clients?

Our accreditation signals that the certification body for management systems at PwC Certification Services GmbH has the necessary skills, experience, and expertise according to DIN EN ISO/IEC 17021-1 and DIN EN ISO/IEC 27006-1 to certify information security management systems (ISMS). We can now officially issue internationally recognized ISO/IEC 27001 certificates. Our experts have extensive experience and in-depth expertise in the field of information security. We accompany you through the entire certification process, from initial assessment to final certification, and, as an independent third party, confirm that your security measures meet the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001.

The Path to DAkkS Accreditation

The accreditation process was extensive and included a thorough review of our management system, processes, and employee qualifications, as well as ensuring our impartiality. We are proud to have successfully completed the process and see this as confirmation of our expertise in the field of information security management system certification. Further information about our accreditation can be found here.

Plans Ahead

Accreditation is a further step in our mission within the PwC network to help organizations comply with key standards and reduce information security risks. We will continuously expand our certification services to meet the growing needs of our clients.

We’re happy to assist you with many other questions regarding your ISMS certification.

Contact our experts

All information on the certification of information security management systems (ISMS) according to ISO/IEC 27001 by PwC Cert can be found here. Learn how we can help you strengthen information security in your organization.

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Sarah Seidel

Head of Certification Body for Management Systems

+49 170 2930631