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As a HITRUST Authorized External Assessor, Edwards evaluates your current security posture, identifies the right certification level, and helps you focus on the controls that matter most. No noise. No wasted effort. Just a clear, informed path forward.
For organizations just starting their cybersecurity journey, the e1 assessment focuses on fundamental controls. This baseline evaluation ensures your organization is on the right track, maintaining good cybersecurity hygiene. The e1 level includes a streamlined set of 44 controls, ideal for lower-risk entities with minimal regulatory exposure.
The i1 assessment is designed for organizations that need moderate assurance with a focus on core controls. With 182 requirements, this assessment aligns with emerging cybersecurity threats and is suited for vendors requiring annual certifications. It delivers a clear pathway to compliance with a focus on practicality and thoroughness.
The r2 assessment is the gold standard, ideal for organizations that manage significant volumes of sensitive data. This assessment encompasses 200+ controls and evaluates compliance with a comprehensive risk-based approach. It’s designed for high-assurance requirements and delivers an in-depth analysis of an organization’s cybersecurity posture.
If your organization has already completed an r2 assessment, interim testing helps confirm that key controls are still operating as intended. We test a focused subset of r2 requirements to evaluate ongoing effectiveness and provide clarity on your readiness for the next assessment.
Our readiness assessments give you a clear understanding of where your organization stands. We review your environment, identify control gaps, and offer targeted recommendations to support a smooth, focused path toward HITRUST certification.
Our advisory services support your policy and procedure development through detailed documentation reviews. We evaluate how well your existing materials align with the HITRUST CSF and help you address any gaps tied to regulatory and industry standards.
Edwards supports every stage of your HITRUST readiness journey. From gap assessments to advisory guidance and documentation reviews. We help you understand your current posture and prepare effectively for certification.
With over two decades of experience in cybersecurity and compliance, Edwards is a trusted assessment partner. We’re prepared to help organizations across industries prepare for HITRUST certification with clarity and confidence.
We customize our HITRUST readiness assessments to your organization’s needs, risk profile, and existing systems. Our team focuses on helping you address the right requirements at the right level, without overcomplicating the process.
Our experts are available to answer questions, explain assessment results, and guide you through next steps. Whether you need ongoing support or a single consultation, Edwards ensures you stay informed and prepared.
A HITRUST assessment gives you a clear view of how your cybersecurity practices align with HITRUST expectations. We help you identify risks, close gaps, and strengthen the controls that matter most.
Our approach fits into your existing systems and workflows. We help you stay on track and minimize disruption while preparing for certification, so you can move forward with confidence.
The HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF) is a comprehensive set of cybersecurity controls that organizations must meet to demonstrate their ability to securely manage sensitive data. It blends leading standards like HIPAA, NIST, and ISO 27001 into a single framework that ensures a strong, unified approach to cybersecurity and risk management. By achieving HITRUST CSF certification, your organization demonstrates its commitment to protecting data and meeting the most stringent industry standards.
HITRUST certification is a well-established framework for safeguarding sensitive data, but preparing for it can be complex without the right guidance. That’s where an independent assessment comes in. At Edwards, we help organizations evaluate where they stand against HITRUST requirements, identify gaps, and understand what is needed to move forward. HITRUST aligns with over 50 regulatory frameworks and is recognized across healthcare, finance, defense, and beyond. Our assessments provide clarity and structure early in the process, helping your team meet industry expectations with confidence.
Edwards provides expert guidance for organizations preparing for HITRUST certification. We lead readiness assessments, gap analysis, and advisory support to help you understand where you stand and what comes next. From selecting the right assessment level to preparing for the certification process, we bring clarity and structure every step of the way.
With experience in healthcare, defense, finance, and more, we understand the unique demands of each sector. Our assessments are tailored to your environment, helping you prepare for HITRUST certification with minimal disruption and a clear understanding of what’s required.
The HITRUST CSF (Common Security Framework) integrates security, privacy, and regulatory controls into one certifiable, scalable framework. It combines key requirements from:
HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act)
NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) Cybersecurity Framework
ISO/IEC 27001
By aligning with the CSF, organizations can streamline their compliance efforts while improving overall cybersecurity maturity. Edwards helps teams assess how well their practices align with these standards, identify any gaps, and prepare for certification with confidence.
HITRUST gives organizations a single, unified framework for demonstrating that their security and privacy practices meet rigorous, industry-aligned standards. Regular assessments help your organization stay prepared as threats evolve and regulations shift. Maintaining alignment with HITRUST standards means staying alert to changes in your environment and adjusting controls accordingly.
Edwards supports organizations through recurring assessments, documentation reviews, and advisory services that help keep your posture strong over time.
Long-Term Security: Ongoing alignment with HITRUST demonstrates a proactive approach to risk, reducing the chances of costly breaches or non-compliance penalties.
The HITRUST Common Security Framework (CSF) is a comprehensive framework of security controls designed to help organizations safeguard sensitive data. It combines standards from NIST, HIPAA, ISO, and others to create a unified and robust cybersecurity approach. Achieving HITRUST certification demonstrates that your organization meets the highest industry standards for data protection and risk management.
HITRUST certification provides assurance to clients, partners, and stakeholders that your organization is committed to maintaining the highest cybersecurity standards. It helps mitigate risks related to data breaches, and it’s increasingly required by healthcare, finance, and other highly regulated industries for vendor relationships.
The duration of the HITRUST certification process depends on the complexity of your organization’s environment and its current security posture. On average, the process can take 3-6 months. At Edwards, we streamline the process by conducting gap assessments and providing continuous guidance to ensure you stay on track.
There are three levels of HITRUST assessments:
e1: Entry-level for organizations starting their cybersecurity journey.
i1: Intermediate level for vendors that need annual certifications.
r2: Advanced level for organizations handling large volumes of sensitive data.
Yes. Whether you’re pursuing the foundational e1, the scalable i1, or the rigorous r2, Edwards provides expert support for every level. Our team helps assess your current security posture, identify gaps, and guide you through remediation efforts to meet HITRUST’s stringent requirements.
If you don’t meet the requirements, you’ll receive a report outlining areas where your organization needs improvement. Edwards provides actionable steps to close the gaps and ensure compliance. Our goal is to set you up for success, and we’ll be there to help you achieve certification.
The first step is a gap assessment to understand where you stand. Edwards will assess your current cybersecurity measures against HITRUST CSF standards and provide a roadmap for your certification journey. Contact us to schedule an initial consultation.
We bring technical expertise and industry experience to guide you through every stage of the HITRUST certification process. We help you meet the requirements while building a stronger cybersecurity framework to protect your data and address the ongoing challenges of compliance.
We help organizations prepare for, achieve, and maintain HITRUST certification through readiness assessments, gap analysis, control mapping, customized remediation, certification support, and continuous compliance monitoring.
As HITRUST requirements evolve, so do our services. Contact us to see how we can guide you through every step of the process.