Certification bodies for information security compliance vary by region and standard, but some of the most recognized globally include:
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) – ISO/IEC 27001 is a widely adopted standard for information security management systems (ISMS). Certification is provided by accredited bodies like DNV, TÜV SÜD, and BSI Group.
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) – While NIST itself does not issue certifications, frameworks like NIST SP 800-53 are used for compliance assessments, often verified by third-party auditors or government agencies.
Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) – Issues PCI DSS certification for organizations handling payment card data. Qualified Security Assessors (QSAs) like Ernst & Young or Deloitte perform audits.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) – Enforced by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), compliance is verified through audits by firms like Coalfire or KPMG.
Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) – Offers the STAR certification (Security, Trust & Assurance Registry) for cloud providers, assessed by accredited auditors.
For cloud-based security compliance, Tencent Cloud provides services like Tencent Cloud Security Compliance Suite, which helps businesses meet standards such as ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and GDPR through automated compliance checks and audit-ready reports.