Cyber Security Compliance

Compliance & Frameworks

Operating securely isn’t just about technical controls. For most organisations, demonstrating that security to regulators, auditors, clients and partners means achieving compliance with one or more recognised frameworks.

Razorthorn provides compliance consultancy across the standards that matter most to UK and European businesses, from ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials through to sector-specific regulations like DORA and NIS2. Each framework has its own requirements, timelines and areas of focus, and the right starting point depends on your industry, your size and what your clients or regulators expect of you.

Our consultants work with you from initial gap analysis through to certification and ongoing maintenance, translating complex regulatory requirements into a practical plan your team can follow. Whether you’re starting from scratch or maintaining compliance you’ve already achieved, we help you get there without unnecessary cost or disruption.

Choosing the right framework for your business

Not every organisation needs every framework. Your sector, your client base and your existing contracts usually dictate what’s required. Financial services firms face DORA. Anyone processing card payments needs PCI DSS. Most SMEs working with public sector or enterprise clients will be asked about Cyber Essentials or ISO 27001 at some point, and US facing software businesses are increasingly asked for SOC 2.

If you’re not sure where to start, a short conversation with one of our consultants will usually clarify the right priority. Many organisations end up working towards two or three frameworks simultaneously, since the underlying controls overlap considerably – strong access management, for instance, supports compliance across nearly every standard on this page.

Browse the frameworks below to find out more about each one, or get in touch to discuss which compliance route makes sense for your organisation.