Internal Security Audits

A security audit is a comprehensive assessment of an organization's security posture to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and non-compliance with security standards

Ensure compliance on your security framework

By following proper steps, organizations can effectively assess their security posture, identify and mitigate risks, and improve their overall security.

Planning and Preparation

Assessment and Testing

Incident Response and Recovery

Reporting and Follow-up

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Step 1Planning and Preparation

Define Scope and Objectives: Clearly identify what to audit and why.

Develop an Audit Plan: Create a detailed plan, including timelines, resources, and stakeholder involvement.

Step 2Assessment and Testing

Review Policies and Procedures: Ensure policies are up-to-date and followed.

Risk Assessment: Identify and prioritize potential security risks.

Vulnerability Assessment: Use tools to find and address vulnerabilities.

Access Control Review: Verify access controls and user privileges.

Physical Security Assessment: Check physical security measures and controls.

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Step 3Incident Response and Recovery Review

Incident Response Plan: Evaluate the effectiveness of the plan.

Disaster Recovery Plan: Test the plan to ensure business continuity.

Staff Interviews: Gather insights from employees about security practices.

Step 4Reporting and Follow-up

Document Findings: Create a detailed report with findings and recommendations.

Present Findings: Share the report with management and discuss corrective actions.

Implement Corrective Actions: Monitor progress and ensure timely implementation.

Schedule Follow-up Audits: Conduct regular audits to maintain a strong security posture.

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RiskCounts helps conduct a comprehensive assessment of an organization's security posture to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and non-compliance with security standards and regulations.

RiskCounts can help organizations effectively assess their security posture, identify vulnerabilities, and implement necessary improvements to protect their assets and data.

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