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ISO 42001 Compliance for HealthTech DevOpss

Navigating ISO 42001 as a DevOps in the HealthTech sector requires a balance between technical rigour and operational velocity. This guide breaks down the critical priorities for your specific role and industry context.

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Strategic Priorities for HealthTech DevOps

1

HealthTech-Specific Controls

Implement controls that address the unique risks of HealthTech, such as data privacy for sensitive AI training sets.

2

DevOps Accountability

As a DevOps, you are responsible for overseeing the compliance roadmap and auditor communication.

3

Evidence Automation

Leverage automation tools to minimize the manual burden on your HealthTech startup team while maintaining a continuous compliance posture.

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CPACISAISO 27001 Lead Auditor

Head of Compliance Strategy

Raphael leads go-to-market compliance strategy for high-growth SaaS and AI teams. With over a decade of experience across Big Four firms and fintech startups, he specializes in translating complex SOC 2 requirements into automated, engineering-friendly workflows.

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Audit readiness checklist

  • Define scope and evidence owners for ISO 42001 readiness
  • Map controls to your HealthTech workflows
  • Confirm evidence cadence and review approvals
  • Document exceptions and compensating controls
  • Validate auditor expectations before kickoff

Evidence to prepare

  • Policy ownership records
  • Control testing results
  • Risk assessments
  • Monitoring evidence

Frequently Asked Questions

How does ISO 42001 differ for HealthTech startups?

HealthTech companies often face higher scrutiny due to the nature of their data. ISO 42001 provides the foundational trust layer needed to close enterprise deals.

What is the role of a DevOps during the audit?

The DevOps typically manages the technical responses and ensures that the evidence provided matches the control descriptions in the ISO 42001 framework.

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Technical Definition

SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a voluntary compliance standard for service organizations, developed by the AICPA, which specifies how organizations should manage customer data based on the Trust Services Criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.