Case Study : HITRUST, NIST 2.0 and HIPPA Internal Audit

Challenges

  • Multi-Standard Compliance: Ensured simultaneous alignment with HITRUST, NIST 2.0, and HIPAA while addressing overlaps and unique requirements.
  • Complex Data Ecosystem: Navigated customer’s intricate data environment to ensure robust security measures across diverse platforms.
  • Evolving Regulatory Landscape: Adapted to changes in regulatory requirements, particularly in NIST 2.0 and HITRUST CSF updates.
  • Alignment with Business Objectives: Ensured that information security controls aligned seamlessly with organizational goals and operational workflows.

Solution

  • Pre-Audit Planning: Reviewed customers’ existing Information Security Management System (ISMS) documentation and mapped it to HITRUST, NIST 2.0, and HIPAA requirements.
  • Identified critical business processes, assets, and stakeholders.
  • Defined the scope of the audits based on regulatory standards and organizational objectives.
  • Gap Analysis: Assessed the implementation of controls for HITRUST, NIST 2.0, and HIPAA.
  • Identified non-conformities and areas requiring remediation.
  • Highlighted key differences and alignment opportunities between the standards.
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluated the effectiveness of the risk management framework.
  • Ensured that identified risks were adequately mitigated through appropriate controls.
  • Audit Execution: Conducted interviews with key personnel across departments.
  • Reviewed evidence of implemented policies, procedures, and controls.
  • Performed sample testing of technical and procedural controls.
  • Reporting and Recommendations: Delivered detailed audit reports outlining findings, risks, and recommended actions for each standard.
  • Provided actionable insights for addressing non-conformities and enhancing compliance maturity.

Benefits

  • Improved Compliance: Achieved alignment with HITRUST, NIST 2.0, and HIPAA requirements, ensuring a strong foundation for external certification audits.
  • Enhanced Risk Management: Strengthened customer’s ability to identify, assess, and mitigate risks.
  • Streamlined Processes: Optimized information security practices, leading to improved efficiency and resource utilization.
  • Executive Confidence: Boosted confidence among stakeholders and leadership through transparent reporting and actionable recommendations.

About Our Client

A cutting-edge life sciences organization leveraging artificial intelligence to transform healthcare data
into actionable insights. With its advanced platform integrating diverse data modalities, nference empowers biopharma companies, academic institutions, and healthcare providers to drive innovation in drug discovery and patient care.

Highlights

This case study explores the meticulously planned and structured internal audits executed by Gen-I,focusing on compliance with HITRUST, NIST 2.0, and HIPAA standards while addressing the customer’s specific business requirements.