FWO receives an ISO27001 certificate with help from dotNET lab
The Research Foundation Flanders (FWO) is a public government organization for which dotNET lab implemented an ISO27001-certified Information Security Management System (ISMS). This continuous trajectory, led by Jef Meijvis, improves security and data privacy. dotNET lab's pragmatic and efficient approach, supported by deep technological knowledge and independent validation, helped raise FWO's cybersecurity maturity. FWO emphasizes the crucial role of dotNET lab in achieving successful certification within the planned timing and budget.
About FWO
FWO uses leading international methods to evaluate applications and distribute available resources. FWO sets the tone in peer review and lets expert panels select the best research proposals. At the same time, FWO stimulates international collaboration, both through projects and through the exchange of researchers. Together with VLAIO, FWO is also responsible for the NCP operation in Flanders. It aims to take the lead in every area and pursue an innovative research policy, with attention to current themes such as gender, diversity, open science, intersectoral mobility, knowledge security and the mental health of young researchers.
The importance of ISO27001 certification for FWO
FWO manages sensitive information. That is why maximum attention is given to information privacy and security. The cornerstone for obtaining the ISO27001 certificate was the implementation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
dotNET lab assists FWO in implementing the ISMS. This activity is not a one-off project, but a continuous trajectory. dotNET lab and FWO have worked together for some time, with Jef Meijvis acting as FWO's first point of contact. Jef helps safeguard and improve FWO's security and data privacy.
Approach and business value
From the beginning, dotNET lab used a pragmatic approach to implement an ISMS efficiently. Our deep technological knowledge was useful in implementing an improvement trajectory, especially in software development. Independent validation through penetration tests, carried out by external parties, is crucial to validate that cybersecurity is top notch.
The collaboration between dotNET lab and FWO led to the successful implementation of an ISO27001-certified ISMS, optimally safeguarding the security and privacy of sensitive information. "The expertise and pragmatic approach of dotNET lab played a crucial role in our certification within the intended timing and budget."