Strengthen your physical security measures with this Data Center Security Policy, designed to help organizations proactively protect their facilities, equipment and sensitive information from unauthorized access and potential threats. This tool offers a structured approach to identifying vulnerabilities and implementing targeted security measures, empowering businesses to create secure environments that prioritize operational continuity and compliance. Whether your focus is safeguarding data centers, establishing secure perimeters, or ensuring proper equipment handling, this tool is your ultimate guide to fortifying physical security.

This tool includes two samples tailored to address critical security needs. Sample 1 emphasizes creating secure areas through robust entry controls, perimeter protection and guidelines for working in high-security zones, while also focusing on secure delivery and equipment maintenance practices. Sample 2 delves into advanced data center security, detailing stringent access controls, visitor management protocols, network component protection and environmental safeguards such as fire and water controls.

Sample procedures include:

• Security perimeters must be used to protect areas that contain information processing facilities.
• Delivery and loading areas must be controlled and, if possible, isolated from information processing facilities to avoid unauthorized access.
• Entry and exit log files must be maintained in accordance with the Record Retention and Disposal Policy.
• An alternate power source must exist for power irregularities and outages.