To comply with the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) and ISO 27001, a company needs to technically demonstrate that its security and privacy processes are implemented, audited, and documented. This involves access control policies, data processing records, tested continuity plans, and evidence of periodic audits. Without technical proof, there is no compliance; there is only intention.
Increased scrutiny, certification requirements, and pressure for transparency have made compliance a strategic requirement. Today, it is not enough to declare that your company follows best practices; it is necessary to show how this happens, with traceable documentation and independent validation.
The compliance checklist is the starting point for this proof. It organizes the items that need to be evaluated, tested, and recorded, transforming the security discourse into tangible proof.
What is compliance in information security?
Compliance is the state in which an organization demonstrably meets laws, regulations, and benchmark standards. In the context of security and privacy, it means demonstrating that controls are in place to protect information and manage risks.
The Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD) and ISO 27001 are the main references for companies that process sensitive data and seek digital governance. The LGPD defines principles such as purpose, necessity, security, transparency, and accountability. ISO 27001 establishes guidelines for creating, maintaining, and auditing an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
In practice, this means having controlled processes, monitored access, and regularly reviewed policies. Compliance is not just about following rules, but ensuring that each rule is supported by evidence.
What should a compliance checklist include?
A checklist is the tool that translates compliance into action. It organizes the points that need to be verified, documented, and audited. Below are the main elements that should be included in a corporate checklist.
Documented security policies and controls
Every company should have formal policies for information security, access control, device usage, and incident response. These policies should be published, accessible, and reviewed periodically.
In addition to policies, it's important to have records that prove the application of controls—such as access logs, asset inventory, and system update reports. Documenting what is done is what transforms routine into evidence.
Records of processing and control of personal data
The LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) requires companies to know exactly what personal data they collect, where it is stored, who accesses it, and for how long it remains active. This traceability is guaranteed through the Personal Data Inventory (or RoPA, from the English Record of Processing Activities).
The inventory identifies flows, maps consents, and demonstrates control over the information lifecycle. It is also essential to maintain records of communication with data subjects and requests for data deletion or updating.
Response and business continuity plans
Compliance also means being prepared to react. ISO 27001 and ISO 22301 standards establish the need for business continuity and disaster recovery plans, both regularly tested.
These plans document how the company responds to failures, cyber incidents, and operational disruptions. Restoration testing, simulations, and periodic reviews are a mandatory part of the process.
Evidence of periodic control and auditing.
No compliance is valid without proof. Internal and external audits need to generate non-conformity reports, action plans, and corrective action schedules.
This evidence demonstrates that controls are monitored and that there is a continuous improvement cycle. Keeping reports, minutes, and review histories is what allows you to prove adherence to a client, auditor, or regulatory body.
How to prove compliance in a technical way.
Compliance is not proven by declarations, but by verifiable records. Technical evidence is what supports the claim of safety.
Among the main forms of proof are:
- System logs and audit trails that record accesses and changes;
- Tested backup and restore reports that confirm operational continuity;
- Updated incident response plans that demonstrate technical preparedness;
- Independent audits that validate the effectiveness of controls;
- Traceable documentation that demonstrates adherence to the principles of the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) and the clauses of ISO 27001.
ISO 27001 defines that all evidence must be documented, reviewed, and securely archived within a continuous management cycle (PDCA). This ensures that compliance is dynamic, keeping pace with technological evolution and regulatory changes.
Companies that treat compliance as a technical process and not just a legal one are able to respond quickly to audits and market demands, demonstrating maturity and transparency.
The role of technical auditing and specialized documentation.
Technical auditing is the point that transforms policy into proof. It verifies whether defined controls are implemented, whether security measures are working, and whether there is traceability of all actions.
At STWBrasil, compliance audits integrate requirements of the LGPD (Brazilian General Data Protection Law) and ISO 27001. This includes policy analysis, control validation, record checking, and the generation of technical reports.
The documentation delivered at the end of the process is complete and auditable, meeting both the requirements of the National Data Protection Authority (ANPD) and ISO certification standards. This approach reduces risks, strengthens governance, and provides legal and operational security for the business.
Compliance that is proven
Compliance is not a badge you earn; it's a continuous process of verification. Companies that register, test, and audit their controls create a solid structure of security and trust.
In today's corporate environment, where transparency is a requirement, not a differentiator, technical evidence is what separates promises from facts.
STWBrasil delivers technical evidence and complete documentation to prove compliance. LGPD and ISO 27001 audits that demonstrate, with technical proof, what underpins your company's security.
