KnowBe4 achieves ISO/IEC 42001 certification
KnowBe4, the world-renowned platform that comprehensively addresses human and agentic AI risk management, today announced its successful completion of its ISO/IEC 42001 certification, the world's first international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS). This standard focuses on responsible AI design, development, and operation.
The scope of the KnowBe4 AIMS applies to the management, development, acquisition, deployment, and use of all AI systems (including models and supporting data) that are utilized in delivering KnowBe4's Cloud Hosted Data platforms and supporting services.
The ISO/IEC 42001 certification was conducted by leading compliance assessor A-LIGN, a technology-enabled security and compliance partner trusted by more than 4,000 global organizations to help mitigate cybersecurity risks. A-LIGN is an ISO/IEC 42001 certification body accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) to perform AIMS certifications.
"Our customers’ trust is earned through transparency and consistency,” said Brian Jack, CISO, KnowBe4. “By achieving ISO 42001 alongside our four other ISO certifications, we are demonstrating to our customers that KnowBe4's AI driven future will remain transparent and reliable as we progress into the era of AI enabled security."
ISO/IEC 42001 is an international standard that specifies requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS) within organizations. It is designed for entities providing or utilizing AI-based products or services, ensuring responsible development and use of AI systems.
“Congratulations to KnowBe4 for earning ISO/IEC 42001 certification, a widely recognized signal of trust and security," said Steve Simmons, COO of A-LIGN. "It's great to work with organizations like KnowBe4, who understand the value of expertise in driving an efficient audit and the importance of a high-quality final report."
This certification demonstrates KnowBe4’s continued commitment to information security at every level and ensures their clients that the security of their data and information has been addressed, implemented, and properly controlled in all areas of our organization.
Learn more about KnowBe4’s Artificial Intelligence Defense Agents (AIDA) and the new Agent Risk Manager.
About A-LIGN
A-LIGN is the leading provider of high-quality, efficient cybersecurity compliance programs. Combining experienced auditors and audit management technology, A-LIGN provides the widest breadth and depth of services including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HITRUST, FedRAMP, and PCI. A-LIGN is the number one issuer of SOC 2 and a leading HITRUST and FedRAMP assessor. To learn more, visit a-lign.com.