Security Policy Overview

This Security Policy outlines Cipher Security's commitment to maintaining robust security controls and procedures to protect sensitive information and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and client data.

Policy Scope

This policy applies to all Cipher Security employees, contractors, partners, and systems involved in the processing, storage, or transmission of sensitive information. It encompasses all aspects of our security operations, from physical security to digital protection.

Compliance Framework

Our security policies align with industry standards including ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, SOC 2 Type II, and relevant regulatory requirements such as GDPR, CCPA, and industry-specific compliance frameworks.

Security Controls

Implementation of comprehensive security controls across all layers of our infrastructure to ensure maximum protection against evolving threats.

Access Control

Strict access management with multi-factor authentication, role-based access controls, and regular access reviews. Principle of least privilege enforced across all systems and applications.

Network Security

Advanced network segmentation, intrusion detection and prevention systems, encrypted communications, and continuous monitoring of network traffic for anomalous activities.

Data Protection

End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest, regular data backups, secure data disposal procedures, and comprehensive data loss prevention measures.

Incident Management

Structured approach to incident response ensuring rapid detection, containment, and recovery from security incidents while maintaining business continuity.

Response Procedures

24/7 Security Operations Center monitoring, predefined incident response playbooks, regular tabletop exercises, and established communication protocols for incident notification and escalation.

Recovery Planning

Comprehensive disaster recovery and business continuity plans, regular testing of recovery procedures, and defined recovery time objectives (RTO) and recovery point objectives (RPO) for critical systems.

Risk Management

Proactive risk assessment and management processes to identify, evaluate, and mitigate security risks across our organization and client environments.

Risk Assessment

Regular risk assessments using industry-standard methodologies, threat modeling exercises, and vulnerability scanning to identify potential security weaknesses and attack vectors.

Vendor Management

Rigorous vendor security assessments, contractual security requirements, and ongoing monitoring of third-party service providers to ensure supply chain security.

Continuous Monitoring

Real-time security monitoring, automated threat detection, regular penetration testing, and security posture assessments to maintain visibility into our security environment.

Employee Security

Comprehensive security awareness programs and policies to ensure all personnel understand and fulfill their security responsibilities.

Training & Awareness

Mandatory security training programs, regular phishing simulations, security awareness campaigns, and specialized training for personnel with access to sensitive systems or data.

Background Screening

Thorough background checks for all employees and contractors, regular security clearance reviews, and adherence to industry-specific screening requirements for sensitive positions.

Policy Maintenance

Regular review and updates to ensure our security policies remain current with evolving threats, technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Annual Reviews

Comprehensive annual review of all security policies, procedures, and controls. Updates based on changes in threat landscape, technology, and regulatory requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Feedback mechanisms, security metrics tracking, and lessons learned from incidents to drive continuous improvement in our security posture and policy effectiveness.

Security Inquiries

For questions about our security policies or to report security concerns, please contact our security team.

Contact Security Team