This Vulnerability Assessment Audit Work Program is designed to identify, assess and address security risks effectively. Built on best practices, this program provides a structured approach to evaluating critical systems, data and processes within an enterprise. Whether you’re safeguarding sensitive information, managing third-party access or ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, this tool offers actionable insights to enhance your security posture. It dives deep into areas such as intrusion detection, patch management, forensic investigations and employee training, helping organizations build resilience against evolving cyber threats.

What sets this audit tool apart is its emphasis on practicality and comprehensiveness. It guides users through essential control questions, verification tests and documented procedures tailored to real-world scenarios. From assessing risk analysis results to monitoring security awareness programs, this work program fosters accountability and precision. By integrating technical controls, policy reviews and management strategies, it equips businesses to not only detect vulnerabilities but also implement lasting improvements. Whether you’re a security leader or part of a compliance team, this tool is your pathway to robust defenses and informed decision making.

Audit steps include:

• Verify that a formal information security policy has been documented.
• Determine if there are local information security coordinators appointed to each business unit/geographical location.
• Verify that all data classifications are signed off on by the business owner of that data and that security classifications are reviewed periodically for accuracy.