Information Security Policy

An Information Security Policy outlines the management of information within your business.

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Last updated October 23, 2025

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Information Security Policy

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What is a information security policy?

An information security policy is a document that outlines how your business manages and protects its information, including procedures for handling sensitive data and safeguarding systems.
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When should you use a information security policy?

You should use an information security policy whenever your business needs to protect sensitive information, manage access to systems, or ensure employees and contractors follow clear security procedures.
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What should be in a information security policy?

A policy should include password requirements, email security, device and document handling, data transfer rules, remote work protocols, and disciplinary actions for breaches.
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Who should be covered by this policy?

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Information Security Policy
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The Legal Risk Score of a Information Security Policy Template is Low

Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:

  • There is a risk that improper management of access and authorization could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, as the document emphasizes the need for cautious management of information sharing and system access controls.
  • The policy can be modified at any time.
  • The document identifies risks associated with the transfer and management of personal and sensitive data, indicating that improper handling or unauthorized data transfers could lead to data breaches or non-compliance with privacy laws.

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What Should My Business's IT Policy Include?
By Daniel Fane|Mar 2, 2020

What Should My Business's IT Policy Include?

As technology becomes increasingly critical to most business functions, so does the necessity of a strong IT policy. Here's what to include and why.

Cyber Attack Update: Govt & Businesses
By Jackie Olling|Dec 2, 2025

Cyber Attack Update: Govt & Businesses

An important update for our users regarding the Prime Minister's announcement today that a cyber attack is underway across Australia.

What are Data breaches? How to Protect Your Business
By Zoe Spanos|Nov 8, 2022

What are Data breaches? How to Protect Your Business

Have you ever asked yourself; what are data breaches? Considering how to protect your data is incredibly important for your business.

Why You Should Have an IT Policy
By Dominic Woolrych|Jun 25, 2015

Why You Should Have an IT Policy

If you'd like to know about how to ensure that your employees utilise their computers, emails, etc. properly - read below.

Data Breach - Not so Yahoo!
By Nishita John|Sep 28, 2016

Data Breach - Not so Yahoo!

Why you need to be more worried about the Yahoo data breach.

Acceptable Use Policies: An Explainer
By Mahima Bhindi|Mar 17, 2021

Acceptable Use Policies: An Explainer

Acceptable Use Policies outline what is and is not acceptable in the workplace. Find out more in this article.

The Fight Against Cyber Criminals
By James Miotto|Jul 4, 2016

The Fight Against Cyber Criminals

Is browsing incognito and covering your webcam enough? Learn how you can enhance your online privacy and protect yourself from hackers.

Data Breach Bill Passes the Senate
By Zachary Swan|Feb 16, 2017

Data Breach Bill Passes the Senate

With the Privacy Amendment (Notifiable Data Breaches) Bill passing the Senate, find out how these changes will affect businesses.

Whats ’Appening With Our Government?
By Logan Tennyson|Oct 24, 2016

Whats ’Appening With Our Government?

Learn why politicians have been slammed for using WhatsApp to send confidential information.

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