Quickly audit-ready
Prepare SoA, internal audits & management reviews in a structured manner - including evidence & exports.
ISMS tool for ISO 27001 & NIS2 – HITGuard
Are you looking for an ISMS tool that will help you implement ISO 27001 & NIS2 faster and in an audit-ready manner?
Non-binding, online, approx. 45 minutes
Faster certification
NIS2 & IT baseline protection covered
ISMS processes centralized and audit-ready
100+ references from industry & public sector
Why HITGuard as an ISMS tool?
In six points: Why companies choose HITGuard as their ISMS tool.
Risks under control
Risk management according to ISO 31000 with workflows, evaluations and historization.
IT baseline protection & NIS-2 out-of-the-box
Checklists and knowledge databases for guidelines, processes and controls - ready to go.
On-Prem & Cloud
Flexible operation - in your infrastructure or as SaaS with hosting in Germany.
Scalable for organizations
Clients, roles and collaboration across teams and locations.
AI support
Intelligent answer suggestions, translations, risk/measure/control suggestions, answers to related questions
ISMS software - functions at a glance
Everything you need for efficient information security management - centralized, traceable and audit-ready.
Risk management (ISO 31000)
Identification, assessment, treatments, accepted risks & progress documentation - with workflows and history.
SoA & measures
Explanation of applicability, controls, tasks, deadlines & evidence - all audit-proof and traceable.
Audit & compliance management
Internal audits, findings, action tracking, re-tests and management reviews prepared and documented.
Policies, processes & knowledge bases
Templates & libraries for guidelines, process and control descriptions - versioned and multilingual.
Reports & dashboards
Maturity level, risks, measures, audit plan & compliance status at a glance - including exports.
Operation: on-prem & cloud
Flexible operation in own infrastructure or as EU SaaS, role/rights model, clients & integrations.
Request a free demo
See how you can become audit-ready faster in just 45 minutes.
ISO 27001 software - accelerate certification
From the initial gap analysis to the monitoring audit: structured evidence, clear responsibilities and clean exports.
Internal audits & findings
Audit program, checklists, deviations, measures & proof of effectiveness - incl. re-test.
Management review
Combine input/output in a structured manner: Key figures, risks, audit results, improvements, resources.
Proofs & exports
Consistently store, version and export evidence for auditors - without tool breaks.
Request an ISO 27001 demo
View specific export examples & auditor packages.
ISMS tool for NIS-2 & IT baseline protection
Regulatory requirements under control - with content, mappings and reports for D-A-CH.
Mappings & gap analysis
Set requirements from NIS-2 / IT-Grundschutz against existing controls - prioritize & close gaps.
Control catalogs & measures
Structured controls, action plans, responsible persons, due dates & effectiveness checks.
Supplier & third party risks
Assessments, risk scores, measures & re-assessments - transparent across the entire supply chain.
Request advice on NIS-2 & IT-Grundschutz
We show suitable content, reports & export packages.
Comparison: ISMS tool & ISO 27001 solutions
Neutral overview of selected criteria.
| Criterion | HITGuard Recommended | verinice | HiScout ISM | ISMS.online |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provision | Cloud (DE) & On-Prem | Server/Client, Open Source | On-prem/cloud depending on setup | Cloud SaaS |
| Focus ISO 27001 | SoA, internal audits, MR, exports | ISO 27001 & IT baseline protection | ISO 27001/2, Enterprise context | ISO 27001, preconfigured packages |
| IT baseline protection suitability | Practice in D-A-CH (mappings/reports) | IT baseline protection focus | Strong in the public sector | Primarily ISO 27001 |
| Templates & knowledge bases | Checklists, knowledge databases | Libraries/Models | Suite templates/modules | Policy Packs & Templates |
| Operating model & scaling | Clients, roles/rights, integrations | Depending on edition/setup | Wide range of enterprise options | Clients in SaaS plan |
| Open Source | - | Yes (GPLv3) | - | - |
| Typical target groups | Medium-sized companies → Enterprise | Broad spectrum incl. OS affinity | Large organizations/authorities | Companies with a cloud focus |
HITGuard
Recommended- Provision
- Cloud (DE) & On-Prem
- Focus ISO 27001
- SoA, internal audits, MR, exports
- IT baseline protection suitability
- Practice in D-A-CH (mappings/reports)
- Templates & knowledge bases
- Checklists, knowledge databases
- Operating model & scaling
- Clients, roles/rights, integrations
- Open Source
- -
- Typical target groups
- Medium-sized companies → Enterprise
verinice
- Provision
- Server/Client, Open Source
- Focus ISO 27001
- ISO 27001 & IT baseline protection
- IT baseline protection suitability
- IT baseline protection focus
- Templates & knowledge bases
- Libraries/Models
- Operating model & scaling
- Depending on edition/setup
- Open Source
- Yes (GPLv3)
- Typical target groups
- Broad spectrum incl. OS affinity
HiScout ISM
- Provision
- On-prem/cloud depending on setup
- Focus ISO 27001
- ISO 27001/2, Enterprise context
- IT baseline protection suitability
- Strong in the public sector
- Templates & knowledge bases
- Suite templates/modules
- Operating model & scaling
- Wide range of enterprise options
- Open Source
- -
- Typical target groups
- Large organizations/authorities
ISMS.online
- Provision
- Cloud SaaS
- Focus ISO 27001
- ISO 27001, preconfigured packages
- IT baseline protection suitability
- Primarily ISO 27001
- Templates & knowledge bases
- Policy Packs & Templates
- Operating model & scaling
- Clients in SaaS plan
- Open Source
- -
- Typical target groups
- Companies with a cloud focus
FAQ: ISMS tool & ISO 27001
The most frequently asked questions about ISMS tools, ISO 27001 software and NIS-2 - answered briefly and clearly.
What is the difference between an ISMS tool and ISMS software?
Both mean software for introducing and operating an information security management system. Modern solutions bundle risk management, SoA/controls, audits, templates and evidence centrally - often with a cloud option.
How does HITGuard specifically support ISO 27001 certification?
Through structured SoA maintenance, audit planning with findings and re-tests, management review preparation and clean evidence & exports. Responsibilities, due dates and reminders ensure that nothing is left undone.
Does the software comply with NIS-2 and support BSI IT-Grundschutz?
Yes, HITGuard covers the core processes of the ISMS and supports work with NIS-2 and IT-Grundschutz by means of mappings, reports and exportable evidence. evidence for working with NIS-2 and IT-Grundschutz.
Is there on-prem and cloud?
Yes, HITGuard can be operated in your own infrastructure or used as an EU SaaS. Roles/rights, client capability and integrations (e.g. IdP, DMS, ticketing) are configured on a project-specific basis.
How long does the introduction take?
This depends on the starting level and scope. With templates, workflows and centralized evidence, early audits can often be prepared much faster to prepare. A guided demo clarifies requirements and timeline.
What does the license & pricing model look like?
Licensing depends on the deployment scenario, user roles and optional modules. We will be happy to prepare a suitable offer including an implementation and operating concept.
Free demo - understand in 30 minutes how HITGuard accelerates your ISMS
"I have gained experience with several comparable tools in my professional career and recommend HITGuard to a wide range of users: those who struggle with a lack of resources in information security; those who are introducing a new ISMS or have to meet certain requirements as KRITIS operators; and those who want to switch from one tool to a new one and want quick results."
René Koch
Chief Information Security Officer
"As Head of Governance, Risk, and Compliance, I have been using HITGuard since 2023 to continuously process my recorded risks and controls, which I have assigned to various business areas for implementation. HITGuard has proven to be an extremely intuitive and affordable GRC tool."
Anna De Rose
Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance Management
