--- title: HiTrust Certification Offer 2 description: Achieve HITRUST certification with Palindrome Technologies, your cybersecurity partner. Expertise in system security, risk mitigation, and certification readiness. Connect with our cyber-experts today. --- [Skip to the main content.](https://palindrometech.com/hitrust-certification-offer-2#main-content) Search Toggle Menu [Skip to the main content.](https://palindrometech.com/hitrust-certification-offer-2#main-content) Toggle Menu # HITRUST Certification is More than an Audit. ## You Need a Partner Who Knows Cybersecurity. ## We're Cybersecurity Experts First. There are many HITRUST assessment firms. All can provide a navigation chart for your journey - a checklist of to-do's, along with some audit preparation guidance.  But is a navigation chart enough? Do they have the skills to properly understand your systems and defense strategy? Can they design and perform meaningful tests to challenge your systems and uncover your vulnerabilities? Are they able to guide you to solutions that mitigate those issues?  Palindrome Technologies is more than your HITRUST audit partner. Our team has the skills and competence to secure your systems and data. We consider your entire system security, based on our [Symmetric Defense](https://palindrometech.com/symmetric_defense) philosophy, and work with you to close your gaps - within the context of what is required for a successful HITRUST certification. Because security is the goal, and certification is how you demonstrate it. ### By Selecting a partner with the skills and capabilities you need for your entire HITRUST journey, you will ### Save Time. ### Stay on Track. ### Reduce Costs.   #### **"Never in my career have I enjoyed working with an assessment/audit firm before partnering with Palindrome. You don’t meet many folks in the industry with their depth of knowledge. They have been a critical partner in helping us navigate this landscape."**   **ALLAN ABRAMS** Chief Information & Security Officer,  Kipu Health   ![Kipu](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Logos/Customer%20Logos/Kipu.jpg?width=200&height=110&name=Kipu.jpg)   --- ![hitrust-logo-r-color-1](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/hitrust-logo-r-color-1.png?width=200&height=58&name=hitrust-logo-r-color-1.png "hitrust-logo-r-color-1") #### What is HITRUST? HITRUST is the healthcare industry standard for data security and privacy. It offers a comprehensive framework and independent verification. Certification Benefits: - Build confidence and trust, both inside and outside your organization - Address compliance mandates - Reduced risk of breaches - Enhanced reputation - Potential insurance premium reductions - Partner trust and confidence  #### Why HITRUST? HITRUST CSF Certification, initially focused on the healthcare industry, has become valuable to any organization handling sensitive data. These organizations, spanning the life sciences, financial, insurance, technology, and hospitality sectors, share the values that HITRUST brings:  - Improved data security - Strengthened reputation - Competitive advantage - Scalability and flexibility - A defined cybersecurity program   ## Three certification levels designed to meet unique requirements ![e1-ASSESSMENT](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/I1-ASSESSMENT.jpg?width=250&height=140&name=I1-ASSESSMENT.jpg) - - **Focus -** Foundational cybersecurity hygiene for lower-risk organizations validating the most critical cybersecurity controls. - **Ideal for -** MedTech / HealthTech firms, startups seeking a foundation HITRUST certification. - **Number of Controls -** 44 - **Certification Period -** 1 year ![I1-ASSESSMENT-1](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/I1-ASSESSMENT-1.jpg?width=250&height=140&name=I1-ASSESSMENT-1.jpg) - - **Focus -** Leading security practices for organizations with robust information security programs ready to demonstrate implementation of controls that protect against current and emerging threats.  - **Ideal for -** Organizations seeking a higher level of assurance compared to the e1. - **Number of Controls -** 183 - **Certification Period -** 1 year ![R2-ASSESSMENT](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/R2-ASSESSMENT.jpg?width=250&height=140&name=R2-ASSESSMENT.jpg) - - **Focus -** Expanded capabilities For organizations to demonstrate regulatory compliance against authoritative sources such as HIPAA, the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and dozens of others, or requiring expanded tailoring of controls based on identified risk factors - **Ideal for  - **Organizations seeking the highest level of assurance to protect the significant amount of PHI data they handle. This level may be mandated by customers.** ** - **Number of Controls -** 1900+ - **Certification Period - **2 yrs   #### **"We required a HITRUST Assessor who could confidently navigate the complexity of merging systems from multiple organizations. Palindrome Technologies surpassed our expectations. They were more than assessors - they were our partners, mentors, and coaches, streamlining our journey toward HITRUST r2 certification."**   **PHILIP GULDBERG** Director, Information Security, Interwell Health   ![interwell-no-tag](https://palindrometech.com/hs-fs/hubfs/interwell-no-tag.webp?width=194&height=77&name=interwell-no-tag.webp)     ## The Path to HITRUST CSF Certification #### Readiness Select the appropriate assessment level for your organization (e1, i1, or r2) and identify any gaps or weaknesses in your security and privacy controls. #### Remediation Close the gaps and weaknesses found in the readiness assessment. #### Validation Verify that your organization has implemented the required controls, and complete the certification process. ## Embark on your HITRUST journey today with our team of cyber-experts. ### Simply fill out the form to connect with a specialist. 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