Guardian Scripts Security Policy
1. Introduction
Guardian Scripts Security Policy outlines the security measures and guidelines to safeguard our pharmaceutical savings website, its users' data, and maintain regulatory compliance. All employees, contractors, and third-party service providers must adhere to these security policies and procedures.
2. Access Control
2.1 User Authentication:
User accounts will require strong, unique passwords.Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all user accounts. Users must not share login credentials or access codes. Regularly review and revoke access for inactive or terminated employees.
2.2 Role-Based Access Control:
Implement role-based access control (RBAC) to restrict access to sensitive data and functionality. Users should only have access to data and features essential for their roles.
3. Data Protection
3.1 Data Encryption:
Encrypt data in transit using secure protocols (e.g., HTTPS) and strong encryption algorithms. Implement encryption for sensitive data at rest, such as user profiles and medical records.
3.2 Data Retention:
Define data retention policies and regularly delete obsolete data. Maintain backup copies of essential data in case of data loss or corruption.
4. Website Application Security
4.1 Vulnerability Management:
Regularly scan the website for security vulnerabilities.Promptly address and mitigate identified vulnerabilities. Conduct periodic security assessments and penetration testing.
4.2 Secure Coding Practices:
Developers must follow secure coding guidelines and best practices. Implement input validation and output encoding to prevent injection attacks. Regularly update and patch website components and libraries.
5. Privacy and Compliance
5.1 Regulatory Compliance:
Comply with all relevant data protection regulations, including but not limited to HIPAA, GDPR, and FDA regulations.Appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) responsible for ensuring compliance.
5.2 Data Privacy:
Obtain informed consent from users before collecting and processing their personal information.Provide a clear privacy policy outlining data collection, use, and sharing practices.
6. Incident Response
6.1 Incident Reporting:
Establish an incident reporting process for employees to report security incidents. Report security breaches to relevant authorities as required by law.
6.2 Incident Response Plan:
Maintain an incident response plan detailing procedures for handling security incidents. Conduct drills and training for employees to ensure readiness.
7. Employee Training and Awareness
Provide security awareness training to all employees. Regularly update employees on emerging security threats and best practices.
8. Third-Party Security
8.1 Vendor Assessment:
Assess and review the security practices of third-party vendors handling sensitive data. Ensure third-party vendors comply with our security policies.
8.2 Contractual Obligations:
Include security clauses in contracts with third-party vendors outlining security responsibilities and requirements.
9. Physical Security
Implement physical security measures to protect server rooms, data centers, and other critical facilities.
10. Monitoring and Audit
10.1 Security Monitoring:
Implement continuous security monitoring to detect and respond to threats. Maintain audit logs of critical security events.
10.2 Security Audits:
Conduct regular security audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of security controls.
11. Policy Review and Revision
Regularly review and update this security policy to align with emerging threats and best practices.Notify employees of policy changes and ensure their understanding.
12. Enforcement and Consequences
Violations of this security policy may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination or legal action, depending on the severity of the violation.
13. Contact Information
Provide contact information for reporting security concerns and inquiries.
