Application/Cloud Security Assessment Policy

1. Purpose

The purpose of this policy is to outline the standards and procedures for conducting security assessments of applications and cloud environments based on their deployment architecture. This policy aims to ensure that all applications and cloud services deployed by Igile Technologies India Pvt Ltd are assessed for security vulnerabilities, compliance with industry standards, and alignment with best practices.

2. Scope

This policy applies to:

• All applications developed or maintained by Igile Technologies.
• All cloud services and infrastructure used by Igile Technologies.
• All employees, contractors, and third parties involved in the development, deployment, and maintenance of applications and cloud environments.

3. Definitions

Application Security Assessment: A systematic evaluation of an application’s security posture to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and compliance gaps.

Cloud Security Assessment: A systematic evaluation of a cloud environment's security measures, including infrastructure, platform, and services.

Deployment Architecture: The structure and arrangement of components in an application or cloud environment, including hardware, software, and network configurations.

4. Policy

4.1 Assessment Scope

Assessments must cover:

• Applications: All layers of the application stack, including web applications, mobile applications, and APIs.
• Cloud Environments: Cloud infrastructure (IaaS), platforms (PaaS), and services (SaaS).

4.2 Assessment Objectives

The objectives of the assessment are to:

• Identify vulnerabilities and risks associated with applications and cloud services.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and company policies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of security controls and mitigation strategies.
• Provide recommendations for improving security posture.

4.3 Assessment Process

The assessment process includes:

• Planning and Preparation: Define the scope of the assessment based on the application’s or cloud environment’s deployment architecture. Identify key stakeholders and obtain necessary approvals and access.
• Assessment Types:
  • Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Analyze the application’s source code, binaries, or bytecode to identify security flaws.
  • Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST): Evaluate the application’s runtime behavior to detect vulnerabilities.
  • Penetration Testing: Simulate real-world attacks to assess the application’s or cloud environment’s resilience.
  • Cloud Security Assessment: Review cloud configurations, access controls, data protection mechanisms, and compliance with cloud provider security best practices.
• Assessment Tools and Techniques: Use industry-standard tools and techniques for security assessments. Ensure tools are up-to-date and configured correctly.
• Reporting: Document findings, including identified vulnerabilities, risks, and non-compliance issues. Provide detailed recommendations for remediation and improvements. Prepare a comprehensive report for stakeholders, including an executive summary.
• Remediation and Follow-up: Track and manage remediation efforts based on the assessment findings. Perform follow-up assessments to verify that vulnerabilities have been addressed and that security controls are effective.

5. Roles and Responsibilities

• Security Assessment Team: Conduct assessments, analyze results, and provide recommendations.
• Development Teams: Address identified vulnerabilities and implement recommended improvements.
• Cloud Administrators: Ensure cloud environments are configured securely and comply with best practices.
• Compliance Officers: Verify that assessments are conducted in accordance with relevant regulations and standards.

6. Compliance

All assessments must comply with relevant industry standards and regulations, including but not limited to:

• ISO/IEC 27001
• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• OWASP Top Ten
• GDPR and other data protection regulations

7. Training and Awareness

Employees involved in application and cloud security assessments must undergo regular training to stay current with emerging threats, assessment techniques, and industry best practices.

8. Enforcement

Compliance with this policy is mandatory. Failure to adhere to the policy may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Compliance will be monitored through regular audits and assessments.

9. Contact Information

For questions or additional information regarding this policy, please contact the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) at support@igile.in.