Key Elements of a Data Security Policy

✅SAFEGUARD DATA PRIVACY

Apart from complying with the existing rules and regulations, a data privacy policy guides your employees on how to handle sensitive information and not compromise it.

✅PASSWORD MANAGEMENT

A password policy protects your company resources and limits access to authorized personnel. The guidelines should include password length, complexity and how often it needs to be changed.

✅INTERNET USAGE

An internet usage policy that defines best practices while accessing the internet, such as restricting employees from visiting certain sites or prohibiting unnecessary file downloads, will help set limitations and minimize security risks.

✅EMAIL USAGE

Companies often fall victim to data breaches due to employee negligence or email misuse. An email policy sets the expectation of how company information is disseminated internally and externally.

✅COMPANY DEVICES

As the use of mobile devices for work gains momentum, it also opens the door to several security threats. Implementing a comprehensive policy will help mitigate the risks associated with data theft and stolen devices, and ensure the devices are used responsibly within the set guidelines.

✅PERSONAL EMPLOYEE DEVICES

Unlike company-owned devices, it’s difficult to have complete control over personal devices. A security policy, such as accessing company resources only through a secure VPN, or installing an antivirus or mobile device management software, will set certain boundaries or limitations.

✅SOCIAL MEDIA PRESENCE

Protecting your company’s reputation is critical not only within the workplace but outside as well. A social media policy will help regulate your employees’ online activities.

✅SOFTWARE USER AGREEMENTS

Violating a software license agreement can lead to legal implications. A software user agreement policy will ensure your employees comply with the procedures regarding the appropriate use of company-owned software.

✅REPORTING SECURITY BREACHES

Implementing a Security Incident Reporting policy is important to minimize negative impacts. Educate your employees on how to report real or suspected security breaches and what steps they need to take to prevent them from happening.

DATA SECURITY RISKS CAN ARISE AT ANY TIME AND FROM ANYWHERE.

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