Our DATA SECURITY AUDIT will ensure that all operating policies are in place and your employees are clear on how to protect confidential data.
- All computers and servers should be running up to date Anti-Virus software to protect against Malware and Virus.
- Virus attacks do happen regularly, and staff can accidently download them.
- Clear guidelines should be issued on who to call contact for Virus or Malware removal.
- Firewalls should be active and robust to stop hackers
- Your staff should use secure passwords to log on to computers and software programs that hold confidential data.
- The passwords should be changed regularly
- Staff should be trained on secure passwords
- We can make recommendations on Password Generators
- Management should know how to change staff passwords after they leave
- Password protection software can provide a safe method to store multiple passwords securely.
- Is ALL your company data being backed up correctly?
- Have you ever tried to RESTORE your data backup as a test?
- Do staff taking company data externally on laptops/tablets/phones ensure it is protected
- All data should be backed up regularly and safely
- Server backup and PC backup can utilise Cloud Backup or Network Attach Storage devices.
- All computer backup should be taken offsite to protect against fire or flood.
- A Backup Policy will identify who is responsible for running backups and who manages this during holiday periods or other out of office situations.
- The Policy should cover mission critical data and non-mission critical but important information.
- Particular attention given to each individuals email files.
- A Backup Policy will identify and ensure compliancy with any industry legal requirements.
- Network safety and computer security is of the highest priority for the Board of Directors.
- Threats both internal or external, accidental or malicious can be planned for and risks mitigated
This video shows how seriously HP are taking data security with the latest printers
for some independant information on PC security, try The PC Security Channel www.youtube.com/user/ThePCSecurity
