Security Policy

A security policy is a formal document that defines your organization's approach to cybersecurity — what you protect, how you protect it, who is responsible, and what happens when policies are violated. Security policies set the direction and requirements for your security program, with specific procedures and standards providing the implementation details.

A comprehensive security policy framework includes overarching policy (organizational commitment and direction), topic-specific policies (access control, incident response, media protection), standards (specific required configurations), procedures (step-by-step instructions), and guidelines (recommended practices).