Go Wombat Earns ISO 27001:2022 Certification - A Big Step Forward in Our Security Journey

Security isn’t just a buzzword at Go Wombat. It’s woven into everything we do - from the first line of code to the final sign-off on a project. We want our clients to feel confident, not just satisfied. So, today’s announcement means a lot to us.

We’re excited to share that Go Wombat is now ISO 27001:2022 certified. This isn’t just a fancy plaque - we’ve met one of the toughest international standards for information security.

Getting here took months of hard work. Everyone pitched in, every department. We didn’t just check a few boxes and call it a day. We built this into our culture, working openly and holding ourselves accountable at every step. But let’s break down why this actually matters.

What ISO 27001:2022 Really Means

It​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ is not the case that ISO 27001:2022 is just about fulfilling the requirements of a checklist. It is rather building a system within an organisation that is dedicated to. The core idea is to provide such protection to the data that it is not left to mere chance but is done in an orderly and strategic way.

Essentially, ISO 27001 defines the regulations for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). To simplify it, one can consider it as a biological system: policies, processes, software, and human resources, all geared towards protecting information.

It’s not just leaders who make major decisions. Everyone is involved. Engineers, HR, sales - anyone who handles information is responsible for security.

The main focus of ISO 27001 is on the three core principles - confidentiality, integrity, and availability - which, among other things, prevent sensitive data from being accessed only by the right people, ensure the data remains accurate, and is always accessible when needed. We, as a certified company, have thus implemented strong controls, procedures, and monitoring practices that safeguard these three pillars consistently.

The standard at Go Wombat not only boosts our security layers but also enables us to deter the likes of data leaks, insider incidents, breaches, and cyber threats by providing a well-organised, internationally recognised framework for old systems and the ever-changing cyber threats. More than that, ISO 27001 is instrumental in our operational growth. Clear procedures are followed by our teams, they keep up with global best practices, and they have a proactive security mindset.

The Information Security Management System (ISMS) - the consolidated engine that brings together people, processes, technology, and risk management - is what is behind the certificate. ISO 27001 identifies the main management areas and provides a detailed list of security measures that cover everything from access management and cryptography to supplier oversight, development security, and business continuity. Not every control is compulsory; rather, each organisation decides on the controls that are suitable for its risk profile. Such an adjustment guarantees that our security environment is not only strong but also strategically personalised to how Go Wombat ​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌works.

How We Achieved ISO 27001: The Go Wombat Journey

Getting certified wasn’t something we did overnight. Here’s how we tackled it, step by step:

• Defined the scope and got leadership on board
• Mapped out all the regulatory, contractual, and industry-specific requirements
• Ran a full company risk assessment
• Choose and put in place the right security controls
• Made sure everyone understood their responsibilities
• Prepared and formalised all the needed documentation
• Trained every employee, including onboarding sessions for newcomers
• Created a plan for risk treatment and reporting
• Set up monitoring, auditing, and ongoing improvement for the ISMS

We are especially grateful to Tempo Audits, which issued our ISO certificate, and Mykhailo Bentza, our technical auditor, for helping us in this not-so-simple but exciting journey.

Honestly, the process touched every team and every corner of the company. It made us stronger and set us up for the long haul.