Managed Service Provider Security Checklist

1. Organization & Policies

• Information security policy is documented and reviewed regularly
• Roles and responsibilities for security are clearly defined
• Employees receive regular security awareness training

2. Access Control

• Strong authentication required for all accounts
• Least privilege access enforced
• Regular review of user access rights

3. Network & Systems Security

• Firewalls and network segmentation in place
• Antivirus and endpoint protection deployed
• Regular vulnerability scans performed

4. Incident Response & Business Continuity

• Incident response plan exists and is tested
• Backup and recovery procedures in place

5. Vendor & Client Management

• Vendor risk assessments conducted
• Client data handled according to agreed-upon standards

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