Compliance
Enterprise blockchain compliance including ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, CCPA, and industry-specific regulatory requirements for financial services and government.
What compliance certifications does SettleMint maintain?
Enterprise blockchain deployments require rigorous compliance with industry regulations, data protection laws, and security standards. SettleMint maintains comprehensive certifications and compliance frameworks to meet the stringent requirements of financial institutions, government agencies, and Fortune 500 companies.
Compliance Documentation: Enterprise customers receive detailed compliance packages including audit reports, security assessments, and regulatory mapping documents to support their internal compliance requirements.
Why is blockchain compliance different from traditional IT compliance?
Blockchain technology introduces unique compliance challenges that traditional IT frameworks don't address:
- Immutable Records: Permanent data storage conflicts with data deletion requirements
- Decentralized Architecture: Distributed systems complicate jurisdictional compliance
- Cryptographic Keys: Private key management requires specialized security controls
- Smart Contract Governance: Automated code execution needs regulatory oversight
- Cross-Border Transactions: International regulatory requirements and reporting
Enterprise Security Certifications
ISO 27001:2013
Information Security Management System certification with annual surveillance audits
SOC 2 Type II
Security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy controls
FIPS 140-2
Cryptographic module validation for government and financial services
Common Criteria
International security evaluation standard for security products
What industry standards do we follow?
ISO/IEC 27001:2013 - Information Security Management
- Systematic approach to managing sensitive information
- Annual surveillance audits by accredited certification bodies
- Continuous improvement of security management system
- Risk-based approach to information security
SOC 2 Type II - Security & Availability
- Security: Controls to protect against unauthorized access
- Availability: System availability for operation and use
- Processing Integrity: System processing is complete and accurate
- Confidentiality: Information designated as confidential is protected
- Privacy: Personal information is collected and processed in conformity with commitments
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
- Identify: Asset management and risk assessment
- Protect: Access control and data security
- Detect: Anomaly detection and continuous monitoring
- Respond: Incident response and communication
- Recover: Recovery planning and improvements
CIS Controls (Center for Internet Security)
- Basic security hygiene and foundational controls
- Foundational security controls for enterprise environments
- Organizational security controls for mature enterprises
GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- Lawful basis for processing personal data
- Data minimization and purpose limitation
- Right to be forgotten implementation strategies
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA)
- Consent management and withdrawal mechanisms
CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
- Consumer rights to know, delete, and opt-out
- Business obligations for data handling
- Service provider and contractor requirements
- Data breach notification requirements
PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)
- Canadian privacy law compliance
- Consent requirements for data collection
- Safeguards for personal information
- Individual access rights and corrections
Data Localization Requirements
- Data residency requirements by jurisdiction
- Cross-border data transfer mechanisms
- Adequate decision frameworks
- Standard contractual clauses implementation
PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)
- Secure network architecture and firewall configuration
- Cardholder data protection and encryption
- Vulnerability management and secure systems
- Access control and authentication measures
- Network monitoring and testing procedures
SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act)
- Internal controls over financial reporting
- IT general controls and application controls
- Change management and access controls
- Data integrity and system availability
Basel III Framework
- Capital adequacy and risk management
- Operational risk management
- Liquidity risk management
- Market risk management
COSO Framework
- Internal control framework
- Enterprise risk management
- Fraud deterrence and detection
- Financial reporting reliability
FedRAMP (Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program)
- Standardized approach to security assessment
- Authorization of cloud products and services
- Continuous monitoring requirements
- Security control implementation and testing
FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act)
- Information security program development
- Security control implementation and assessment
- Plan of action and milestones (POA&M)
- Continuous monitoring and reporting
NIST 800-53 Security Controls
- Comprehensive security control catalog
- Control baselines for different impact levels
- Security control implementation guidance
- Assessment procedures and methods
ATO (Authority to Operate)
- Risk-based authorization process
- Security authorization documentation
- Continuous monitoring and reporting
- Incident response and recovery procedures
How do we maintain compliance in blockchain environments?
What audit and compliance services do we provide?
Compliance Documentation Package
- Security policies and procedures documentation
- Risk assessment and business impact analysis
- Compliance gap analysis and remediation plans
- Regulatory mapping and requirements traceability
Audit Support Services
- Third-party audit coordination and management
- Evidence collection and documentation
- Remediation planning and implementation
- Continuous compliance monitoring and reporting
Regulatory Reporting Automation
- Automated compliance reporting generation
- Regulatory submission management
- Audit trail generation and maintenance
- Compliance dashboard and metrics
Compliance Requirement: Enterprise blockchain deployments must undergo compliance assessment before production deployment. Regulatory requirements vary by industry and jurisdiction - contact our compliance team for specific guidance.
How do we ensure continuous compliance?
Automated Compliance Monitoring
- Real-time compliance status dashboards
- Automated control testing and validation
- Exception reporting and alerting
- Trend analysis and predictive compliance
Regular Compliance Assessments
- Annual compliance audits by certified auditors
- Quarterly internal compliance reviews
- Continuous security assessments
- Vendor and third-party compliance validation
Compliance Training and Awareness
- Role-based compliance training programs
- Regular compliance awareness communications
- Incident response and compliance breach procedures
- Compliance metrics and performance tracking
Documentation and Evidence Management
- Centralized compliance documentation repository
- Automated evidence collection and retention
- Version control and change management
- Compliance reporting and analytics
Ready to discuss your specific compliance requirements? Our compliance team provides dedicated support for enterprise blockchain implementations with industry-specific regulatory expertise.
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