IT Security Audit Preparation
Focused analysis of your systems
IT security audit preparation: clear, pragmatic, calm
An audit is just around the corner? Don't panic. We'll make sure you're prepared - with a readiness check, gap analysis and the right amount of composure on the day of the audit. Our approach: as little technology as possible, as much as necessary. Because real security doesn't come from mountains of paper or excessive measures, but from clarity, prioritization and pragmatic solutions.
Less technology. Better business.
IT security audit without stress: why preparation pays off
Instead of flying blind, we provide a clear view of risks and gaps. With a readiness check and gap analysis, you can immediately see where action is needed - and what can safely wait. This prioritizes measures according to impact and effort, strengthens compliance without disrupting your operations and makes decisions safe and budgetable. You quickly know which measures really count: clearly prioritized, realistically implementable and with a measurable effect.
We assess threats with impact, probability of occurrence and business context. No cryptic tables, but clear statements: which risks are critical, which are merely disruptive and where does your budget have the greatest impact?
Whether ISO 27001, TISAX or internal guidelines: We review requirements, gaps and evidence, categorize them economically and deliver a prioritized roadmap - documented in an auditable manner and focused on what is feasible.
Better quick clarity than months of workshops: With interviews, tools and spot checks, you will have results on the table in no time at all - tangible and without fuss, including a concrete roadmap and quick wins for the start.
A certificate alone does not guarantee security. We combine technical security with auditable documentation - for robust systems in everyday use and passed tests, including a clear roadmap for further development.
Thanks to the Maibornwolff team's in-depth expertise, we were able to meet ESA's IT security requirements in a short space of time. The collaboration with our team worked well, as the security engineers responded flexibly to requirements. On the basis of the threat analysis, we can also plan how we can position ourselves for the future in terms of IT security.
Four steps to audit maturity
The path to audit maturity often seems like a labyrinth - we turn it into a clear path. Our approach consists of four steps that build on each other. Depending on the initial situation, we start at the appropriate point.
Before we get started, let's clarify: Which standard counts, which area is meant and why are you doing this at all? Together with you, we define a target image and the scope of application so that everyone involved knows what it's all about.
We hold up a mirror: Actual status vs. standard - supplemented by a risk analysis that makes priorities visible in black and white. The result is a prioritized action backlog that makes it clear: What is critical, what needs to happen first?
Enough theory, now let's get to work. Processes, technology and documentation are set up in such a way that they convince both auditors and attackers. We support you in planning and implementation, keep a continuous record of evidence and ensure that security is not just a paper exercise.
The big day is coming? No problem. We will help you with the dress rehearsal, sort your evidence and, if you wish, will also be at your side on the day of the audit so that you can master the process confidently and with clear documentation.
Who benefits most from IT security audit preparation
Our audit preparation is aimed at large companies with complex IT landscapes - from automotive and manufacturing to energy and insurance. Hybrid IT/OT environments, multi-cloud, IoT device fleets and mature legacy systems are typical.
Do you want to make risks manageable, provide reliable proof of compliance and protect your time-to-market at the same time? This is exactly where our audit preparation comes in: It provides an overview, prioritizes measures according to impact and effort and creates a clear basis for decision-making - with minimal disruption to operations and maximum impact for the business.
Typical scenarios:
Companies with certification pressure (ISO 27001, TISAX)
With scoping and readiness checks, we bring structure - quickly, clearly and without chaos.
Your construction sites, our solutions
Complex IT landscape, many construction sites? That's where risks lurk. We know the typical pitfalls from countless projects - and they crop up again and again:
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Lack of asset transparency
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Unsecured interfaces
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Weak access controls
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outdated systems
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Misconfigurations in clouds
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Lack of logging
We meet precisely these challenges with our modular readiness check and gap analysis. On this basis, we check controls, identify risks and evidence and create clarity. Our approach comprises the following modules:
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Security Health Check:
Assessment of your current security situation.
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Technology check (networks, cloud & OT/IoT):
We check systems, interfaces and devices for weak points.
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Processes & Governance:
Roles and processes are also put to the test to ensure that nothing slips through the cracks.
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Risk & threat analysis:
Practical with a business context instead of abstract number games.
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Measures & quick wins:
Clear roadmap, rapid improvements and sustainable steps.
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Audit preparation & support:
Including dress rehearsal, so that the big day can be planned.
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Enablement for teams:
We train your team so that security becomes a matter of course in everyday life.
Companies that place their trust in us
Systematic security
Security needs standards - but no overhead. Our IT security audit checks are based on recognized frameworks such as ISO 27001, TISAX and CIS Controls. We translate requirements into practicable measures, prioritize according to risk and effort and create reliable evidence that you can use for external audits.
Frequently asked questions about IT security audit preparation
What is an IT security audit?
An IT security audit is a systematic review of whether a company's information security meets the requirements of certain standards or norms (e.g. ISO 27001, TISAX). Processes, technical measures and documentation are evaluated in order to make risks visible and establish audit readiness for possible certification.
What is checked during an IT security audit?
In an IT security audit, auditors check organizational and technical security measures: e.g. access rights, network security, emergency plans, guidelines and their implementation. The aim is to uncover deviations from standards or internal specifications, identify risks and provide evidence that processes and systems meet the defined requirements.
Who carries out security audits?
Security audits are carried out by independent, accredited certification bodies or specialized testing organizations. They have the necessary approval to issue an official certificate in accordance with standards such as ISO 27001 or TISAX. Consulting companies such as MaibornWolff provide companies with preparatory support, but do not carry out audits or certifications themselves.