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HITRUST certification with RSM cybersecurity strategy and compliance advisors

HITRUST certification provides the gold standard of trust

Organizations face increasing pressure to demonstrate strong cybersecurity and privacy practices. HITRUST certification offers a comprehensive, scalable approach to managing risk, meeting regulatory requirements and building trust with customers and partners.

At RSM, HITRUST certification is more than a checklist—it is a journey we embark on together. We work with organizations across multiple industries that face growing pressure to prove their cybersecurity and privacy maturity. Our approach is hands-on, collaborative and tailored to your unique challenges.

Why pursue HITRUST certification with RSM?

  • We don’t just support your HITRUST journey—we elevate it. Our team brings a unique blend of technical experience, industry insight and collaborative spirit to help you achieve certification with confidence.

  • Certification experience you can trust
    As a certified HITRUST assessor firm, RSM’s professionals are deeply experienced in the HITRUST framework. We meet the rigorous standards set by the HITRUST Alliance and have a proven track record of guiding clients of many sizes through complex assessments with clarity and precision.
     
  • Industry-specific insight across sectors
    Our teams bring specialized knowledge tailored to your industry—whether you are in:

    • Health care and life sciences: Supporting payers, providers and health tech innovators with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)-aligned strategies
    • Technology, media and telecommunications: Helping fast-moving digital businesses secure data and scale responsibly
    • Consumer products: Enabling brands to protect customer data and meet evolving privacy expectations
    • Financial services: Assisting banks, fintechs and insurers in aligning with regulatory frameworks and safeguarding sensitive information

We understand the regulatory landscape of other industries and the operational challenges you face, and tailor our approach to meet your specific needs.

  • End-to-end collaborative approach
    RSM offers comprehensive support, from initial gap analysis and readiness assessments to validated certification and recertification. We prioritize transparency, collaboration and proactive communication to create a smooth, strategic and successful journey.

Industries adopting HITRUST certification

While HITRUST certification originated in the health care sector, its adoption has expanded across industries that manage sensitive data and face complex regulatory requirements. Organizations in the following sectors increasingly rely on HITRUST to demonstrate cybersecurity maturity and streamline compliance:

Health care and life sciences: Hospitals, health systems, insurance payers and pharmaceutical companies use HITRUST to meet HIPAA and other regulatory requirements, and to manage third-party risk.

Financial services: Insurance companies, banks and fintechs adopt HITRUST to align with Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council, Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act and other financial regulations while strengthening customer trust.

Technology and cloud service providers: Software as a service vendors, data processors and infrastructure providers use HITRUST to validate their security posture and meet client assurance demands.

Certification options: e1, i1, r2—with AI security

HITRUST offers multiple certification pathways designed to align with your organization’s risk profile, compliance requirements, resources and assurance needs:

e1 (Essentials, 1-year)

HITRUST e1 focuses on foundational cybersecurity hygiene with 44 static controls. It is ideal for organizations seeking an entry-level evaluation.

i1 (Implemented, 1-year)

HITRUST i1 covers 182 static controls aligned with leading cybersecurity practices. It provides moderate assurance and is well-suited for organizations with evolving risk management needs.

r2 (Risk-based, 2-year)

HITRUST r2 is tailored to your organization’s specific risk profile using a dynamic selection from a library of more than 2,000 controls. It offers the highest level of assurance and supports complex compliance requirements.

AI security assessment

The AI assessment is an additional offering from HITRUST that can be paired with e1, i1 or r2. It evaluates the security and governance of AI systems, helping organizations demonstrate responsible AI practices and manage emerging risks.

Streamline your compliance strategy with dual certification

RSM’s integrated methodology maps shared controls across frameworks, leverages common evidence and provides real-time reporting on project status, control maturity and remediation progress. This bundled approach is ideal for organizations seeking to demonstrate robust security, privacy and compliance to regulators, partners and clients.

  • NIST CSF 2.0 certification
    Organizations pursuing a HITRUST r2 validated assessment can seamlessly add a NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 certification to their engagement, enabling alignment with both frameworks in a single, streamlined process.
  • SOC 2 Type II
    RSM offers a unified approach to cybersecurity assurance by combining your HITRUST assessment with a SOC 2 Type II attestation—all within one engagement. As both a HITRUST Authorized External Assessor and a licensed certified public accounting (CPA) firm, RSM is uniquely qualified to deliver dual reporting that aligns with AICPA and HITRUST guidance, reducing duplication, saving time and maximizing value.
  • HIPAA security risk assessment
    RSM provides a streamlined option to pair your HITRUST validated assessment with a comprehensive HIPAA security risk assessment. This helps meet regulatory requirements while strengthening your overall security posture.

Your HITRUST journey: How RSM supports you

RSM guides you through every phase of the HITRUST process—from initial planning to certification and beyond—with a collaborative approach that supports clarity, confidence and continuity. Our comprehensive solutions include:

We help define a realistic roadmap, align stakeholders and prepare your organization for certification. Our services include budgeting, executive training, project management and internal readiness support.

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