# Security Policy

## 1. Purpose
The purpose of this Security Policy is to establish a framework for protecting the organization's information assets against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

## 2. Scope
This policy applies to all employees, contractors, and third-party service providers who access or manage the organization's information systems and data.

## 3. Policy Statements

### 3.1 Information Classification
- All information must be classified according to its sensitivity and importance.
- Classification levels include: 
  - **Public**: Information that can be freely shared.
  - **Internal**: Information meant for internal use only.
  - **Confidential**: Sensitive information that requires protection from unauthorized access.
  - **Restricted**: Highly sensitive information that requires strict access controls.

### 3.2 Access Control
- Access to information systems must be restricted based on the principle of least privilege.
- All users must have unique user accounts and strong passwords that comply with the organization's Password Policy.
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is required for accessing sensitive systems.

### 3.3 Data Protection
- Sensitive data must be encrypted both in transit and at rest.
- Regular backups of critical data must be performed and stored securely.

### 3.4 Incident Response
- An Incident Response Plan (IRP) must be established to address security incidents promptly.
- All employees must report suspected security incidents immediately to the IT Security Team.

### 3.5 Training and Awareness
- All employees must complete security awareness training annually.
- Training will cover topics such as phishing, social engineering, and secure data handling practices.

## 4. Responsibilities
- **IT Security Team**: Responsible for implementing security measures and monitoring compliance with this policy.
- **Employees**: Responsible for adhering to this policy and reporting any security concerns.

## 5. Compliance
Failure to comply with this policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or contract.

## 6. Review and Revision
This policy will be reviewed annually or as necessary due to changes in regulations or organizational structure.



*This document is intended for internal use only and should not be distributed outside the organization without proper authorization.*
