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Cybersecurity and Data Protection Audit Checklist

This checklist is designed for IT Security Analysts to evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity and data protection measures in accordance with ISO 27001 standards.

Cybersecurity and Data Protection Audit Checklist
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About This Checklist

Ensuring robust cybersecurity and data protection is critical for modern IT infrastructure. This checklist provides a structured approach to auditing IT systems for compliance. It helps identify security gaps, assess risk management practices, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.

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Industry

Information Technology

Standard

ISO/IEC 27001 - Information Security Management

Workspaces

Office Buildings
Data Centers

Occupations

IT Security Analyst

Cybersecurity Controls Assessment

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1
Is access to sensitive data restricted based on role?

Select true or false.

To minimize exposure of sensitive information.
2
Are all employees required to undergo cybersecurity training annually?

Select true or false.

To ensure awareness and reduce human error related to security.
3
Is there an incident response plan in place and tested regularly?

Select 'PASS' or 'FAIL'.

To ensure preparedness for potential security incidents.
4
Are all cybersecurity policies documented and reviewed at least annually?

Select 'PASS' or 'FAIL'.

To ensure that policies remain relevant and effective.
5
Are data protection agreements in place with all third-party vendors?

Select 'PASS' or 'FAIL'.

To ensure third-party compliance with data protection standards.
6
Is there a process for notifying affected individuals in case of a data breach?

Select true or false.

To comply with data protection regulations.
7
Is there a data retention policy that complies with legal requirements?

Select true or false.

To ensure compliance with data protection laws.
8
Is sensitive data encrypted both at rest and in transit?

Select 'PASS' or 'FAIL'.

To protect data from unauthorized access.