Network Policies Flashcards
Baseline
Creates a reference point in network architecture and design
Change Management
▪ Structured way of changing the state of a computer system, network, or
IT procedure
▪ Make sure the risks are considered prior to implementing a system or
network change
Incident Response Plan
Contains instructions to help network and system administrators detect, respond to, and recover from network security incidents ● Preparation ● Identification ● Containment ● Eradication ● Recovery ● Lessons learned
Disaster Recovery Plan
Documents how an organization can quickly resume work after an
unplanned incident
Business Continuity Plan
o Outlines how a business will continue operating during an
unplanned disruption in service
o A disaster recovery plan will be referenced from a business
continuity plan
System Life Cycle Plan
o Describes the approach to maintaining an asset from
creation to disposal
Standard Operating Procedure
▪ A set of step-by-step instructions compiled by an organization to help its
employees carry out routine operations
Password Policy
▪ A set of rules created to improve computer security by motivating users
to create and properly store secure passwords
Acceptable Use Policy (AUP)
A set of rules that restricts the ways in which a network resource may be used and sets guidelines on how it should be used
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) Policy
▪ Allows employees to access enterprise networks and systems using their
personal mobile devices
▪ Create a segmented network where the BYOD devices can connect to
Remote Access Policy
▪ A document which outlines and defines acceptable methods of remotely
connecting to the internal network
Onboarding Policy
▪ A documented policy that describes all the requirements for integrating a
new hire into the company and its cultures
Offboarding Policy
▪ A documented policy that covers all the steps to successfully part ways
with an employee who’s leaving the company
Security Policy
▪ A document that outlines how to protect the organization’s systems,
networks, and data from threats
Data Loss Prevention Policy
▪ A document defining how organizations can share and protect data
▪ Data loss prevention policy minimizes accidental or malicious data loss
▪ Set proper thresholds for your DLP policy
