Policy & Governance Program

Policy & GovernanceSecurity Policy Framework

Establish a comprehensive information security governance framework with complete policy suite, training programs, and incident response planning. Build the foundation for effective security management.

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What is a Policy & Governance Program?

A Policy & Governance Program establishes the rules, procedures, and oversight mechanisms that guide your organization's approach to information security. It's the foundational layer for all compliance frameworks and security initiatives.

Comprehensive security policies communicate expectations, define responsibilities, and provide a framework for consistent security decision-making across your organization. They're essential for compliance, employee training, and demonstrating security maturity to customers and auditors.

Compliance Foundation

Required by ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, and other frameworks

Risk Management

Establishes controls and procedures to manage security risks

Organizational Culture

Creates security awareness and accountability across teams

Who Needs Policy & Governance?

Growing Organizations

Companies establishing security practices and compliance foundations

Compliance Seekers

Organizations preparing for ISO 27001, SOC 2, or other certifications

Remote-First Companies

Teams needing documented security guidance for distributed workforces

Regulated Industries

Healthcare, finance, and other sectors with specific policy requirements

Complete Policy Suite (30+ Policies)

Comprehensive security policies covering all aspects of information security

Core Security

  • Information Security Policy
  • Acceptable Use Policy
  • Data Classification
  • Asset Management
  • Physical Security

Access & Identity

  • Access Control Policy
  • Password Policy
  • Multi-Factor Authentication
  • Privileged Access Management
  • Identity Management

Data Protection

  • Data Protection Policy
  • Encryption Policy
  • Data Retention
  • Backup & Recovery
  • Secure Data Disposal

Operations

  • Change Management
  • Patch Management
  • System Hardening
  • Network Security
  • Secure Development

HR & Training

  • Security Awareness Training
  • Onboarding/Offboarding
  • Acceptable Use
  • Background Checks
  • Code of Conduct

Incident & Continuity

  • Incident Response Plan
  • Business Continuity Plan
  • Disaster Recovery Plan
  • Breach Notification
  • Crisis Management

Our Implementation Process

A proven 4-phase methodology for policy and governance programs

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Phase 1

Requirements Analysis

Week 1

Assess organizational needs, compliance requirements, and existing policies

Requirements gatheringGap analysisPolicy framework designCustomization plan
2

Phase 2

Policy Development

Weeks 2-5

Create comprehensive security policy suite tailored to your organization

30+ security policiesProcedures documentationProcess workflowsResponsibility matrices
3

Phase 3

Training & Awareness

Weeks 6-8

Develop training programs and awareness materials for employees

Training curriculumAwareness materialsOnboarding guidesAssessment tests
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Phase 4

Rollout & Maintenance

Weeks 9-10

Deploy policies, conduct training, and establish review cycles

Policy publicationTraining deliveryAttestation processAnnual review schedule

What You'll Receive

Comprehensive deliverables for security governance

Complete Policy Suite

30+ information security policies and procedures

Incident Response Plan

Comprehensive incident management and response framework

Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

Business continuity and disaster recovery strategies

Security Training Program

Annual training curriculum and awareness materials

Acceptable Use Policy

Employee technology use guidelines and restrictions

HR Security Policies

Onboarding, offboarding, and personnel security procedures

Change Management Procedures

Controlled change processes for systems and applications

Risk Management Framework

Risk assessment and treatment methodology

Ongoing Policy Maintenance

Annual reviews and updates to keep policies current

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need formal security policies?

Security policies are required by all major compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR). Beyond compliance, they establish clear expectations, guide decision-making, demonstrate due diligence, support incident investigations, and create accountability. Policies are often the first thing auditors and security questionnaires request.

How many policies do I need?

The number varies by organization size and compliance requirements. A comprehensive program typically includes 25-35 policies covering access control, data protection, incident response, business continuity, asset management, HR security, and operational security. We tailor the suite to your specific needs.

Can you customize policies for our organization?

Yes, all policies are customized to your organization's size, industry, technology stack, and compliance requirements. We don't provide generic templates—we work with your team to create policies that reflect your actual practices and can be realistically implemented and maintained.

How often should policies be reviewed and updated?

Best practice is annual review of all policies, with updates as needed for regulatory changes, significant business changes, or security incidents. We help establish a policy review schedule and provide ongoing maintenance support to keep your policies current.

What's included in security awareness training?

Training programs typically cover password security, phishing awareness, data handling, acceptable use, incident reporting, physical security, and remote work security. We provide training materials, presentation decks, and assessment tests. Training should be conducted annually for all employees and during onboarding.

Do you help with policy implementation and rollout?

Yes, we assist with policy publication, employee communication, training delivery, and attestation processes. We also help integrate policies into your onboarding process and establish ongoing policy awareness programs. Policy effectiveness depends on proper rollout and ongoing reinforcement.

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