BlackCSI Achieves ISO 27001 Compliance Positioning Itself as Elite in Cybersecurity

Leading MTSP Recognized for Superior Cybersecurity Standards & Protocols

HARRISBURG, PA – April 28, 2025 - BlackCSI a leading managed technology services provider (MTSP), is proud to announce it is following the ISO 27001 Compliance Program, a globally recognized standard for information security management. This places BlackCSI among an elite group of technology providers who have voluntarily chosen to hold themselves to the highest possible cybersecurity standards and protocols—at a time when it matters most.

ISO 27001 is the international gold standard for how organizations should manage information security. While most Managed IT Services Providers (MSPs) operate without clear accountability or regulatory oversight, BlackCSI has not only equipped itself with leading technologies, but the company has taken another step for their customers, by committing to thirdparty validation to prove its practices meet stringent data protection and risk mitigation benchmarks. BlackCSI is leveraging the ISO Compliance Program provided by Technology Assurance Group (TAG), an organization of top managed technology services providers with over a $1 billion in annual products and services. TAG’s comprehensive processes and protocols will enhance BlackCSI’s operations to successfully become ISO 27001 Compliant.

“Unfortunately, we’re in an industry where anyone can become a Managed IT Services Provider,” said Ruthann Black, President at BlackCSI. “You could’ve been a truck driver yesterday and start calling yourself a technology provider today. What clients don’t always realize is that without standards, their cybersecurity is only as strong as the judgment of their technician, whose qualifications are tough to ascertain, especially when most business owners tend to be less technical. Earning ISO 27001 compliance proves we don’t just talk about cybersecurity—we execute at the highest level.”

For small to mid-sized business owners, the technology industry can feel like the Wild West. ISO 27001 Compliance brings structure, discipline, and most importantly, proof that a provider is proactively managing risk. It typically takes over six months and tens of thousands of dollars to earn this compliance, meaning only a very small minority actually pursue it, with even fewer achieving it.

“ISO 27001 Compliance is especially relevant for our clients in regulated industries like finance, healthcare, or manufacturing, where compliance requirements are becoming even stricter. In fact, in some cases, cybersecurity insurance claims are denied if businesses don’t work with qualified Managed IT Services Providers.” Black continued, “What sets BlackCSI apart isn’t just the badge on the wall. It’s the expertise, processes, protocols, and globally recognized requirement behind it.”

While ISO 27001 compliance is one key marker to help business owners to decipher between qualified and unqualified cybersecurity organizations, there are other telltale signs to watch for. For example, if your cybersecurity provider’s technology stack is essentially a “one-time, ‘set-it-and-forget-it’” antivirus program, this might serve as a red flag. Additionally, you should be utilizing multi-factor authentication (MFA), not to mention, rigorous patch management and 24/7 monitoring.

“ISO compliance means we’re not guessing. We’re not relying on duct tape fixes or shortcuts. We follow a documented, repeatable process that’s been validated by third-party auditors,” added Black.

While many SMBs still believe they’re too small to be a target for cybercrime, the statistics say otherwise. Especially through the proliferation of AI, small businesses need to leverage AI-based technology to outpace cybercriminals. Increasingly, cyber insurance providers and regulatory bodies are beginning to require adherence to standards like ISO 27001, as it provides structure in a wide-open industry. Businesses that can’t prove compliance may face denied claims, legal issues, or lost revenue from downtime and breaches.

Working with an ISO 27001- compliant provider like BlackCSI ensures that your IT team is not only managing your infrastructure, but also protecting your organization’s reputation and continuity, so that you can focus on revenue growth, company culture and the areas of your business which yield returns.

ABOUT BLACKCSI

Since we were first founded in 2002 by Ruthann Black, BlackCSI has provided small and mediumsized businesses with comprehensive IT support and consulting services.

Our mission is to maximize your return on investment by providing the kind of technology management services that are ordinarily reserved for large enterprises. From IT network management, unified communications to physical and logical security integration and much more, BlackCSI is committed to providing quality services to our clients with honest communication that you’d be hard pressed to find elsewhere, for prices that are fair and affordable.

We believe that the best way to solve an IT issue is to prevent it from ever happening in the first place. This is why we leverage a proactive service approach to predict and eliminate your technology issues - before they influence your business.

We are dedicated to serving our clients by listening to them, learning about the problems that they face, clarifying our process to maintain transparency, and reiterating how our solutions are of benefit to those we assist.

With Managed Services from BlackCSI, you will be able to enjoy: Proactive Care - The most effective way to avoid downtime and data loss is to be prepared to mitigate and avoid the circumstances that lead to them. 24/7 Maintenance - IT issues don’t stick to a 9 to 5 schedule. Neither do we. For a predictable monthly fee, you can enjoy anytime access to remote and on-site services, keeping you in operation. Live Help Desk Support - Need one-on-one assistance with your IT? Our Help Desk services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, every day of the year.

With the assistance of BlackCSI, a Pennsylvania-certified Small Diverse Business, you can improve your operations through the use of top-of-the-line IT solutions and service - as well as boost your internal productivity and inspire growth.

We’d love to be a part of your success story. For more information about how BlackCSI can assist your business and fulfill your particular needs, Contact us today! For more information, please call (717) 620- 3042 or visit us at https://www.blackcsi.com.