Workflow Templates: IT Security Audit Checklist

Ensure firewalls are installed and correctly configured to protect the network from unauthorized access.

Verify that network devices are using the latest firmware and security patches.

Conduct regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests to identify and remediate potential security weaknesses.

Review user account management procedures to ensure that only authorized individuals have access to IT systems.

Ensure that strong password policies are enforced, including minimum length, complexity, and expiration requirements.

Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for accessing sensitive systems and information.

Ensure that sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.

Establish and verify backup procedures to protect against data loss, including regular testing of backup restores.

Implement data retention policies to ensure that data is not kept longer than necessary and is disposed of securely.

Develop and maintain an incident response plan that includes procedures for detection, reporting, and response to security incidents.

Conduct regular training and simulations to ensure that staff are prepared to respond effectively to security incidents.

Establish a process for reporting and documenting security breaches and ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Assess compliance with applicable IT security laws, regulations, and frameworks.

Perform regular risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential risks to the organization's information assets.

Ensure that third-party vendors and partners adhere to the organization's security standards and requirements.

Conduct regular reviews of physical access controls to IT environments, such as server rooms and data centers.

Implement surveillance and monitoring mechanisms to detect and deter unauthorized physical access.

Ensure proper environmental controls are in place to protect IT assets from damage due to fire, water, or other physical threats.

IT Security Audit Checklist