This Security Audit Policy serves as a critical governance document for organizations operating in Saudi Arabia, establishing mandatory procedures for conducting security audits in compliance with local regulations. The policy is essential for organizations seeking to maintain compliance with the Essential Cybersecurity Controls (ECC-1:2018), SAMA Cyber Security Framework, and other relevant Saudi Arabian legislation. It should be implemented when organizations need to establish or update their security audit procedures, particularly in response to regulatory changes or evolving cybersecurity threats. The document includes detailed protocols for different types of security audits, roles and responsibilities, compliance requirements, and remediation procedures, all tailored to the Saudi Arabian regulatory environment.
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1. Purpose and Scope: Defines the objectives of the security audit policy and its applicability within the organization
2. Definitions and Terminology: Comprehensive glossary of technical terms, abbreviations, and key concepts used throughout the policy
3. Legal and Regulatory Framework: Overview of applicable Saudi Arabian laws, regulations, and standards that govern security audits
4. Roles and Responsibilities: Defines key stakeholders and their responsibilities in the security audit process
5. Audit Frequency and Scheduling: Establishes the required frequency of different types of security audits and scheduling procedures
6. Audit Methodology: Detailed description of audit procedures, methods, and standard approaches to be followed
7. Documentation Requirements: Specifies required documentation before, during, and after audits
8. Reporting and Communication: Guidelines for audit reporting, including format, timeline, and distribution requirements
9. Non-Compliance and Remediation: Procedures for handling audit findings, non-compliance issues, and remediation processes
10. Confidentiality and Data Protection: Requirements for protecting audit information and maintaining confidentiality
1. Cloud Security Audit Requirements: Additional requirements for cloud services audit, included when organization uses cloud services
2. Third-Party Audit Requirements: Specific requirements for external auditors, included when external audits are permitted
3. Industry-Specific Requirements: Additional requirements for specific industries (e.g., financial, healthcare), included based on organization type
4. Remote Audit Procedures: Procedures for conducting remote audits, included when remote auditing is permitted
5. International Operations Compliance: Additional requirements for international operations, included for organizations operating globally
1. Audit Checklist Templates: Standard templates and checklists for different types of security audits
2. Risk Assessment Matrix: Framework for evaluating and categorizing audit findings and risks
3. Audit Report Templates: Standardized formats for different types of audit reports
4. Compliance Requirements Mapping: Detailed mapping of Saudi Arabian regulatory requirements to audit controls
5. Security Control Framework: Detailed security controls based on Saudi NCA requirements and international standards
6. Incident Response Procedures: Procedures for handling security incidents discovered during audits
7. Tool and Technology Requirements: Specifications for approved audit tools and technologies
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