Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Frameworks: A Cheat Sheet
Cybersecurity and data privacy frameworks and regulations are crucial, and usually required, for keeping your organization and customers protected - but the different types and standards can get overwhelming. Over the last several weeks, we have shared a top-level look at the 8 frameworks our team of experts implement and manage for SaaS companies of every size. Keep scrolling to explore each one!
1. SOC 2
What is SOC 2? Think of it as a quality check to show your customers that you’ve got their data’s back - ensuring your systems are secure and reliable. Not only does it show them that you take their privacy seriously, but it’s also a minimal requirement for most SaaS providers.
The Big 5 for SOC 2 are:
? Privacy
? Security?
? Availability?
? Processing Integrity?
? Confidentiality
Need support on your SOC 2 compliance journey? Partner with Rhymetec for hands-on support to achieve your goals!
2. ISO 27001
Let’s talk about ISO 27001, the "guardian angel" of information security. ?? ISO is the international standard that ensures you are protecting sensitive data and keeping potential risks in check with the help of an information security management system.
The 3 key ingredients to ISO compliance are:
? Confidentiality
? Integrity
? Availability
Discover how Rhymetec can help your organization become ISO 27001 compliant!
3. GDPR
GDPR is a set of rules designed to guard the privacy of EU citizens, requiring from your organization:
? Transparent data practices
? Consent for data collection
? Robust protection against breaches
? Hefty fines for non-compliance
By complying with GDPR, you not only safeguard people's privacy but also build trust and credibility for your business around the globe.
Learn more about how Rhymetec can help you become GDPR compliant!
4. HIPAA
Heard of HIPAA? This (U.S. federal law) is a set of regulations for healthcare data management. It’s built to safeguard individuals’ medical data by:
? Ensuring patient privacy
? Enabling efficient data sharing
? Penalizing for unauthorized disclosure of protected info
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Compliance allows your organization to build the foundation of trust that's crucial in the healthcare industry.
Find out more about how Rhymetec can help you become HIPAA compliant!
5. FedRAMP
Working with the US government? ???? This one's for you...
FedRAMP (the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program) is a standardized method of ensuring information security among cloud products and services. Compliance is required for companies working with government agencies, so if many of your clients reside on Capitol Hill, don't delay in becoming FedRAMP authorized!
We'll guide you through the process! Find out about FedRAMP compliance and authorization here.?
6. PCI
How about PCI?
Payment Card Industry (PCI) security standards help companies protect the sensitive cardholder data they handle during payment transactions. It has 12 requirements that fit within 6 main objectives:
? Build a secure network
? Protect cardholder data
? Create a vulnerability management program
? Establish access control measures
? Monitor and test networks
? Create an information security policy
To keep all 12 requirements in line, we're here to lend a hand! Learn more about PCI with Rhymetec.
7. CCPA
Are you CCPA compliant? (Hint: you probably should be)
The CCPA is a law that enhances the privacy of California consumers. Long story short: CCPA applies to any person who pays taxes to the State of California, and if your business deals with that person, then CCPA compliance applies to you.
Noncompliance results in some pretty hefty fines, so make sure you're checking all of the boxes ? Or better yet, let Rhymetec keep them checked for you!
Explore how we help SaaS companies become CCPA compliant.
8. HITRUST
What do you get when you combine several cybersecurity frameworks into one mega framework that is globally accepted, but has different requirements based on the scope? ??
You get HITRUST! We promise it's not as intimidating as it seems.
Every organization has different requirements for the HITRUST CSF assessment, so the controls are never the same. But ultimately, it's just another compliance certification that helps manage data and information risks - only this time, you're actually proving compliance in multiple frameworks at once.
Discover how Rhymetec can help you become HITRUST compliant!
If you’ve made it this far, we have one final message for you: The key to compliance for every cybersecurity framework is a full understanding of what's required, and then properly building your security program around those requirements.
At Rhymetec, it's our mission to help SaaS companies do that easily and effectively. Our experts act as an extension to your team to make cybersecurity simple and secure so you can future-proof your information security program and keep moving your business forward. Contact us today to get started.