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HITRUST Certification
Protect sensitive data. Ensure compliance.
Enhance your competitive advantage.
What is HITRUST Certification?
HITRUST Certification, built on the HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF), is a process that verifies an organization’s systems comply with stringent security standards for managing sensitive data. It integrates elements from multiple standards and regulations into a comprehensive approach to risk management, ensuring that security and compliance objectives are met across the organization.
Unlock Trust and Compliance with HITRUST Certification
HITRUST Certification offers a robust framework to protect your data, ensuring compliance and fostering trust with clients and partners.
Receive independently validated assessments of your cybersecurity stance, showcasing your commitment to strong data protection.
HITRUST aligns with key regulations such as HIPAA and GDPR, simplifying your compliance process.
Demonstrate your dedication to data security and build trust with your clients and partners.
Maintain a competitive edge with a globally recognized standard of excellence in data protection.
Who Needs HITRUST Certification?
HITRUST Certification is essential for organizations handling sensitive data, particularly in the healthcare and BFSI sectors. It ensures compliance with stringent security standards and protects critical information. Here’s a closer look at who benefits from HITRUST Certification:
Healthcare Providers
Ensure compliance with HIPAA and protect patient data.
Health Insurance Providers
Safeguard PHI and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
Pharmaceutical Companies
Maintain data integrity and confidentiality.
Healthcare Technology Providers
Meet security standards and regulatory requirements.
Business Associates in Healthcare
Ensure HIPAA compliance when managing PHI.
Financial Services
Demonstrate robust data security practices.
Technology And Software Vendors
Assure clients of strong security measures.
Third-Party Service Providers
Meet client security and compliance standards in regulated industries.
Curious about how HITRUST Certification can benefit your industry? Reach out to learn more.
CyberClad Global HITRUST Assessments: Customized To Fit Your Needs
CyberClad Global is a global leader in information security and compliance solutions. Here’s why partnering with CyberClad Global is the right choice for your organization:
1. Readiness Assessment
A preparatory step to identify areas of improvement before formal HITRUST certification. This assessment is applicable to all types of validated assessments and follows these steps:
- Scope Definition and Stakeholder Education: Clearly outline the project scope and educate stakeholders to manage expectations.
- Gap Analysis: Identify security gaps in relation to HITRUST requirements.
- Remediation Support: Provide expert guidance to address identified gaps and enhance security controls.
- Certification Process Facilitation: Manage the certification process to ensure all requirements are met successfully.
2. Validated Assessment
A comprehensive evaluation conducted by a certified assessor to validate compliance. SISA offers three types of validated assessments:
HITRUST e1
1-Year Validated Assessment: Foundational Cybersecurity
- Ideal for startups and low-risk companies.
- Validation based on 44 essential security controls.
- A perfect starting point for building a robust security program.
- Easily scalable to higher-level HITRUST certifications (i1 & r2).
HITRUST i1
1-Year Validated Assessment: Leading Security Practices
- Ideal for organizations with strong security programs.
- Validation based on best-in-class security practices.
- More comprehensive than e1, with additional controls for advanced protection.
- Helps organizations work towards the highest level (r2).
HITRUST r2
2-Year Validated Assessment: Expanded Practices
- Ideal for organizations needing top-tier compliance (HIPAA, NIST CSF).
- The most comprehensive HITRUST assessment with tailored controls for specific risks.
- Demonstrates a commitment to data security and regulatory adherence.
3. HITRUST Interim and Bridge Assessments
Exclusively available for r2 Certification, these assessments ensure ongoing compliance:
- Interim Assessment: A structured part of the certification lifecycle that checks if controls are still operational and evaluates the implementation of Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) made during the initial validation process.
- Bridge Assessment: A temporary measure designed to extend HITRUST r2 Certification validity for an additional 90 days, ensuring continuity while waiting for the renewal process.
4. Rapid Recertification
A streamlined feature that enables organizations with i1 certification to quickly and efficiently re-certify without going through the full i1 assessment process again.
Why Choose SISA For Your HITRUST Journey?
Expert Assessors and Quality Professionals
Our team includes HITRUST Recommended CCSFP-certified assessors and CHQP-certified quality professionals who guarantee top-quality evaluations and assurance.
Preparation and Validation
Our Readiness Assessment helps identify areas for improvement, while our Validated Assessment ensures your compliance is thoroughly validated.
Efficient Approach and Methodology
We employ a Unified Audit approach to ensure timely completion while maintaining multi-framework compliance across the board.
Comprehensive Guidance and Support
We provide guidance on policies, procedures, and implementation requirements to support your journey toward achieving certification.
Professional Assistance
Our HITRUST-certified assessors and quality professionals, with over 5 years of expertise, leverage an MFA-enabled portal to ensure secure evidence collection and safeguard your data.
Trusted Security Partner
With over 20 years of experience, we are a full-service cybersecurity and compliance provider, trusted for delivering successful compliance audits across industries.
Frequently Asked Questions About HITRUST Certification
HITRUST provides organizations with a comprehensive framework to protect sensitive data and manage information risks. It consolidates multiple regulatory requirements into a single, unified security framework, promoting compliance and enhancing data security across various industries.
While HITRUST Certification is not mandated by the federal government, it is widely recognized as a leading framework due to its alignment with various standards such as HIPAA, SOC 2, NIST, and ISO 27001. Many organizations, particularly in healthcare and industries handling sensitive data, pursue certification to strengthen their data protection measures.
No, HITRUST is no longer limited to healthcare. Although it was initially created for the healthcare industry, the HITRUST CSF became industry-agnostic in 2019, making it relevant for any organization seeking to establish a robust data protection and security framework.
HIPAA is a U.S. law that mandates privacy and security protections for health information in the healthcare industry. HITRUST, in contrast, is a certifiable, global framework that incorporates HIPAA’s requirements and goes beyond them, offering a comprehensive set of controls for protecting sensitive data across various sectors. HITRUST certification can streamline HIPAA compliance by ensuring the necessary security measures are in place.
HITRUST certification offers multiple advantages, such as consolidating over 40 regulatory requirements into one framework, saving time and costs, accelerating market growth by differentiating businesses, and fulfilling compliance requirements set by third parties and regulations.
Achieving HITRUST certification signifies a commitment to high security and compliance standards, setting certified organizations apart from competitors. It offers a trusted assurance of robust data protection, which can help businesses build credibility with potential partners and customers.
HITRUST certifications are valid for one year for e1 and i1 certifications, while the r2 certification is valid for two years, provided an Interim Assessment is completed on time. HITRUST certification should be viewed as part of an ongoing process of improvement and monitoring, reflecting the dynamic nature of security challenges.