Security Audit Checklist

Physical Security

□ Perimeter security adequate
□ Access control systems functional
□ Badge system properly managed
□ Visitor management procedures followed
□ Security cameras operational and recording
□ Lighting sufficient in all areas
□ Alarm systems tested regularly
□ Guard services effective
□ Key management controlled
□ Secure areas properly restricted
□ Loading dock procedures enforced
□ Emergency exits accessible but secure

Information Security Policy

□ Security policy comprehensive and current
□ Standards documented and communicated
□ Procedures detailed and followed
□ Guidelines available and understood
□ Roles and responsibilities defined
□ Enforcement mechanisms in place
□ Exception process documented
□ Review cycle established
□ Training requirements specified
□ Compliance monitoring active
□ Violation consequences clear
□ Management support evident

Access Control

□ User provisioning process controlled
□ Identity verification performed
□ Authorization properly granted
□ Privileged access managed strictly
□ Password policies enforced
□ Multi-factor authentication deployed
□ Account reviews conducted regularly
□ Terminated access removed promptly
□ Service accounts inventoried
□ Generic accounts eliminated
□ Guest access controlled
□ Remote access secured

Network Security

□ Firewall configurations reviewed
□ Rules documented and justified
□ Segmentation implemented properly
□ DMZ configured correctly
□ Intrusion detection active
□ Intrusion prevention enabled
□ VPN access controlled
□ Wireless networks secured
□ Network monitoring continuous
□ Vulnerability scanning regular
□ Penetration testing performed
□ Patch management current

Data Protection

□ Data classification implemented
□ Sensitive data identified
□ Encryption requirements defined
□ Encryption properly implemented
□ Key management procedures secure
□ Data loss prevention active
□ Backup procedures verified
□ Recovery testing performed
□ Retention policies followed
□ Disposal procedures secure
□ Transit protection enforced
□ Storage security adequate

Application Security

□ Secure development practices followed
□ Security requirements defined
□ Design reviews conducted
□ Code reviews performed
□ Security testing completed
□ Vulnerability assessments done
□ Web application firewalls deployed
□ Input validation implemented
□ Authentication mechanisms secure
□ Session management proper
□ Error handling appropriate
□ Logging comprehensive

Endpoint Security

□ Antivirus software deployed
□ Signatures updated automatically
□ Personal firewalls enabled
□ Operating systems patched
□ Applications updated regularly
□ Unauthorized software prevented
□ Removable media controlled
□ Encryption enforced
□ Screen locks configured
□ Remote wipe capable
□ Asset inventory current
□ Configuration standards enforced

Security Operations

□ SOC operational 24/7
□ Monitoring tools configured properly
□ Alerts tuned effectively
□ Incident response procedures ready
□ Forensic capabilities available
□ Log collection comprehensive
□ Log retention adequate
□ Correlation rules effective
□ Threat intelligence integrated
□ Metrics tracked and reported
□ Improvements implemented
□ Team training current

Third-Party Security

□ Vendor risk assessments performed
□ Security requirements contractual
□ Compliance verification done
□ Access controlled strictly
□ Monitoring active
□ Incident notification required
□ Data protection enforced
□ Audit rights preserved
□ Insurance requirements met
□ Background checks completed
□ NDAs executed
□ Termination procedures defined

Incident Management

□ Incident response plan documented
□ Team members identified
□ Contact information current
□ Classification scheme defined
□ Escalation procedures clear
□ Communication plan ready
□ Technical procedures detailed
□ Evidence preservation understood
□ Recovery procedures tested
□ Lessons learned process active
□ Training conducted regularly
□ Exercises performed periodically

Compliance

□ Regulatory requirements identified
□ Standards adopted formally
□ Framework implemented
□ Controls mapped properly
□ Testing performed regularly
□ Evidence collected systematically
□ Gaps identified and addressed
□ Remediation tracked
□ Audits scheduled
□ Findings resolved timely
□ Certifications maintained
□ Improvements continuous

Security Awareness

□ Training program established
□ All employees trained
□ Annual refresher required
□ Role-based training provided
□ Phishing simulations conducted
□ Security tips communicated
□ Incident reporting encouraged
□ Policy acknowledgment required
□ Metrics tracked
□ Effectiveness measured
□ Program updated regularly
□ Management support visible