Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Information security is firmly embedded at gefeba. Through our Information Security Management System (ISMS), we establish clear processes, minimize risks, and strengthen the security of our information and systems for the long term.
What is an ISMS?
An Information Security Management System (ISMS) is a structured framework that helps organizations manage information security systematically. It establishes clear processes to identify risks, protect information, and continuously improve security across the business.
An ISMS covers more than technical safeguards. It defines responsibilities, standardizes procedures, and promotes a security-conscious culture throughout the organization. Built on internationally recognized standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, it provides a reliable foundation for protecting information and ensuring long-term resilience.
ISO 27001 defines three key security objectives
Confidentiality
Protect Sensitive Data from Unauthorized Access
Integrity
Ensure the accuracy, completeness, and consistency of information
Availability
Keep systems and information accessible whenever they are needed
Why We Implemented an ISMS
Implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) is part of gefeba’s long-term commitment to secure, reliable, and future-ready operations. Although we are not legally required to operate an ISMS, we chose to implement one proactively to strengthen our security standards and support customers in security-critical industries.
We ensure the responsible handling of information and protect the data entrusted to us by our customers, partners, and employees.
Structured risk assessments and clearly defined controls help us identify, reduce, and manage potential security threats.
As information security requirements continue to evolve, our ISMS ensures we remain prepared for future regulatory and industry standards.
What does this mean for gefeba?
The implementation of the ISMS is part of a comprehensive modernization process at gefeba—technically, organizationally, and culturally. With the ISMS, information security becomes an integral part of our corporate culture. It affects not only the IT department but all business units—from planning and engineering through project management to administration.
The implementation confirmed that many of our existing practices already aligned with ISO/IEC 27001 requirements. By formalizing these processes and enhancing identified areas for improvement, we have further strengthened our security, governance, and operational resilience.
Core Components of Our ISMS:
Employees receive regular security training and actively contribute to our information security culture. Training content is continuously updated to address new technologies and emerging threats.
Roles and responsibilities are clearly defined across the organization. Information security is a shared responsibility, supported by well-defined governance.
Security policies and procedures are clearly documented, traceable, and auditable. Regular internal audits help ensure compliance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Our ISMS follows the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle to continuously evaluate and improve our security practices. Feedback, audit findings, and evolving threats drive ongoing enhancements.
Implementation
To implement the ISMS, gefeba established a dedicated five-member project team to coordinate the process centrally. Experts from various business areas were actively involved to ensure that all business processes were comprehensively covered.
The implementation was based on the ISO/IEC 27001 standard. This ensures compliance with key information security requirements, including those that are particularly relevant for customers operating in critical infrastructure (KRITIS) environments.
After approximately one year of intensive work, the ISMS was successfully implemented. However, it is not a one-time project. Through the regular Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, the system is continuously reviewed and improved to ensure a consistently high level of information security at gefeba.
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