ISAANSI

ISAANSI is an international non-profit association dedicated to information security assessment, auditing, and assurance. Established in 2010 by a diverse group of researchers, practitioners, and educators, ISAANSI aims to advance consensus-based standards, credentialing, and knowledge sharing to improve the reliability and transparency of security evaluations across industries.

The organization operates through a global network of member chapters and working groups, coordinated by a rotating secretariat that maintains a public standards repository. Its activities center on three pillars: standards development, professional certification, and education and outreach. Technical committees draft and revise guidelines for security controls assessment, risk governance, business continuity, and incident response. The certification programs certify individuals and organizations against defined criteria for auditors, assessors, and security managers. In addition, ISAANSI publishes guidelines, white papers, and a peer-reviewed journal to disseminate evidence-based practices.

Governance is conducted by a member-elected council, supported by committees for Standards, Certification, and Education. Regional chapters coordinate training, events, and local collaboration. Members include individuals, organizations, and academic institutions, who gain access to draft documents, training discounts, and voting rights in elections.

ISAANSI seeks collaboration with other standards bodies and professional associations, including ISO/IEC, ISACA, and NIST, to align methodologies while preserving its independent frameworks. The organization is recognized in some sectors for its certification schemes and practical guidance, though adoption can vary by region.

See also: ISO/IEC 27001, ISACA, NIST.