ISO 27001 Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Template

ISO 27001 Annex A 5.2 Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Template
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ISO 27001 Annex A 5.2 Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Template
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Stuart Barker - High Table - ISO27001 Director
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ISO 27001 Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Template

Define clear information security accountability across your organisation. This pre-written, auditor-vetted Roles and Responsibilities Template establishes comprehensive role definitions, reporting lines, and includes both a Basic Accountability Matrix and a Full RASIC Matrix.

Authored by ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Stuart Barker, this document is written in plain English and delivered in Microsoft Word (.docx). 

  • Instant Download: Editable Microsoft Word format (.docx) with bonus RASIC and Accountability matrices
  • ISO 27001:2022 & Global Standards Ready: Fully mapped to Annex A 5.2, Clause 5.3, NIS2, and SOC 2 governance rules
  • Fast Deployment: Simply assign your team members, add your logo, and implement in under 1 hour
  • 100% Human Authored: Written entirely by Stuart Barker. Not generated, edited, or polished by AI.
  • Auditor Verified: Crafted from years of real-world lead auditor experience, not scraped internet theory.
  • Certification Body Proven: Formatted to meet the strict requirements of accredited certification bodies and proven to pass audits first time.

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What is the ISO 27001 Roles and Responsibilities Template?

Clear governance is essential for every Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISO 27001 Roles and Responsibilities Template provides a complete, structured framework that defines who is responsible for security across every level of your business.

This template directly satisfies the requirements of ISO 27001:2022 Annex A Control 5.2 (Information Security Roles and Responsibilities) and Clause 5.3 (Organisational Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities). It clearly communicates duties to staff, leadership, and external auditors. You can use it as a standalone document or deploy it alongside our complete ISO 27001 Toolkit.

What Does This Roles and Responsibilities Template Include?

  • Core Document Template: Editable Word template pre-populated with standard security roles from Executive Leadership to Information Asset Owners.
  • Basic Accountability Matrix: A quick-reference table mapping key operational security tasks to role titles.
  • Full ISO 27001 RASIC Matrix: Detailed Responsible, Accountable, Supporting, Informed, and Consulted grid covering all management system processes.
  • Implementation Guidance: Plain-English instructions on how to assign named individuals and tailor roles to your business size.

Template Structure and Roles Covered

The template covers all key ISMS governance functions, including:

  • Senior Management and CEO Leadership
  • Information Security Manager / Lead
  • Management Review Team
  • Third-Party & Supplier Relationship Owners
  • Business Continuity and Incident Response Leads
  • Information and Data Asset Owners
  • General Employee Security Responsibilities

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Frequently Asked Questions

What format is the Roles and Responsibilities Template delivered in?

The main template is delivered as an editable Microsoft Word (.docx) document, accompanied by Excel-compatible matrix worksheets.

Does this template satisfy ISO 27001:2022 requirements?

Yes. It satisfies ISO 27001:2022 Annex A Control 5.2 and Clause 5.3, and remains backwards compatible with ISO 27001:2013.

How long does it take to implement?

Most small businesses allocate their named roles and adapt the matrices in under one hour.

Do I need to hire a consultant to assign these roles?

No. The template provides clear descriptions for every role so you can easily assign existing staff members without specialist advice.

Is this template available as part of the full toolkit?

Yes. It is available as a standalone purchase and is also included in the ISO 27001 Small Business Toolkit and Policy Template Bundle.

 

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