Compliance Management Guide
Comprehensive compliance guidance for South African organizations, including assessment tools, implementation roadmaps, audit preparation materials, and downloadable templates.
Compliance Assessment Matrix
| Regulation/Standard | Applicability | Key Requirements | Penalties | Assessment Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POPIA | All organizations processing personal information | Data protection, consent, breach notification | R10M or 10 years imprisonment | |
| Cybercrimes Act | All organizations with IT systems | Incident reporting, data preservation | Criminal prosecution | |
| ISO 27001 | Organizations seeking certification | ISMS implementation, 93 controls | Certification withdrawal | |
| PCI DSS | Organizations processing card payments | 12 requirements, quarterly scans | Fines up to $100,000/month |
Implementation Roadmaps
POPIA Compliance Implementation Roadmap
Phase 1: Foundation (Months 1-2)
- Appoint Information Officer
- Conduct data inventory and mapping
- Develop privacy policies
- Establish data subject request process
- Begin staff training
Phase 2: Implementation (Months 3-6)
- Implement technical security measures (encryption, access controls)
- Establish breach notification procedures
- Conduct data protection impact assessments
- Update vendor contracts for compliance
- Begin regular compliance audits
Phase 3: Monitoring & Improvement (Ongoing)
- Maintain data processing records
- Monitor compliance with data subject requests
- Conduct periodic security assessments
- Update policies based on regulatory changes
- Provide ongoing staff training
ISO 27001 Implementation Journey
Phase 1: Planning (Months 1-3)
- Define ISMS scope
- Conduct risk assessment
- Develop information security policy
- Assign roles and responsibilities
- Secure management commitment
Phase 2: Implementation (Months 4-9)
- Implement Annex A controls
- Develop Statement of Applicability
- Conduct staff awareness training
- Establish incident response processes
- Document procedures and controls
Phase 3: Certification (Months 10-12)
- Conduct internal audit
- Perform management review
- Address nonconformities
- Engage certification body
- Undergo external audit
NIST CSF Adoption Roadmap
Phase 1: Preparation (Months 1-2)
- Identify organizational context
- Establish governance structure
- Conduct initial risk assessment
- Map current cybersecurity practices
Phase 2: Implementation (Months 3-8)
- Implement core functions (Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover)
- Develop cybersecurity policies
- Integrate threat intelligence
- Establish monitoring processes
Phase 3: Optimization (Ongoing)
- Assess implementation tiers
- Conduct regular reviews
- Update risk management strategy
- Enhance external collaboration