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Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy

Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy

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Written by Akshat Singhal
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Legistify Services private limited

Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy

Effective Date: [Insert Date]

Document Name:

Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy

Classification:

Internal

Document Owner:

CISO/MR-

Document Approver:

Top Management

Original Document Issue Date:

10/09/2023

Current Edition:

Version 2.0

Revision History:

S. No.

Description of Change

Date of Change

Version No.

1

Initial Release

10/09/2023

1.0

2

Second Release

10/09/2024

2.0

3

5

6

7

Introduction

  1. This Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy outlines the procedures and guidelines for monitoring and maintaining audit logs to ensure the security, integrity, and availability of Legistify Services private limited's information systems and networks.

  2. All employees, contractors, and third-party partners are required to adhere to this policy to support effective monitoring, incident detection, and compliance with relevant regulations.

Scope

  1. This policy applies to all information systems, networks, and applications owned or managed by Legistify Services private limited.

  2. All employees, contractors, and third-party partners with access to information systems and networks are subject to this policy.

Monitoring Responsibilities

  1. The IT department is responsible for implementing and maintaining monitoring systems to track and analyze system activities.

  2. System administrators are responsible for configuring and managing monitoring tools to ensure accurate and timely logging of events.

Audit Logging Requirements

  1. All information systems and networks must have audit logging enabled to capture relevant security events.

    • The following events should be logged, at a minimum:

    • Login and logout activities.

    • Changes to user accounts and permissions.

    • Failed login attempts.

    • System configuration changes.

    • Security policy changes.

    • Critical system events and errors.

    • Unauthorized access attempts.

  2. Audit logs must capture sufficient information to identify the source and impact of security events.

Log Retention and Storage

  1. Audit logs will be retained for a specified period based on legal, regulatory, and business requirements.

  2. Log storage must be secure, tamper-evident, and protected against unauthorized access.

  3. Regular reviews will be conducted to ensure logs are retained for the required duration and are accessible for audit purposes.

Access Controls for Logs

  1. Access to audit logs will be restricted to authorized personnel only.

  2. The principle of least privilege will be applied to determine who has access to view or modify audit logs.

Monitoring Tools and Technologies

  1. Monitoring tools and technologies will be selected based on their ability to detect, alert, and analyze security events effectively.

  2. Continuous evaluation of monitoring tools will be conducted to ensure they remain effective against evolving threats.

Incident Response Integration

  1. Monitoring activities will be integrated with the incident response plan to facilitate swift detection and response to security incidents.

  2. Automated alerts will be configured to notify relevant personnel in the event of a security incident.

Regular Audits and Reviews

  1. Regular audits of audit logs will be conducted to identify anomalies, unauthorized activities, or potential security incidents.

  2. Audits may be conducted internally or by third-party security experts, as deemed necessary.

Employee Training and Awareness

  1. Employees with responsibilities related to monitoring and audit logging will receive training on the proper use and importance of audit logs.

  2. Awareness programs will be conducted to educate all employees on the role of monitoring in maintaining a secure environment.

Policy Review and Compliance

  1. This policy will be reviewed and updated at least annually or as needed to address changes in the organization's structure, technology, or regulations.

  2. Compliance with this policy will be monitored through regular audits and assessments.

Enforcement

  1. Violations of this Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy may result in disciplinary action, including termination of employment or legal action.

  2. Employees are encouraged to report any breaches or violations promptly and may do so without fear of retaliation.

By adhering to this Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy, we contribute to the proactive detection and response to security events, ensuring the ongoing security of Legistify Services private limited.

Policy Revision History

Date

Version

Author

Reviewer

Approver

Comments

10/09/2023

0.1

ISMS Manager

CIO

Management

Draft Version of

Monitoring and Audit Logging Policy

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