This Data Security Policy outlines our commitment to safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the data entrusted to us.

1. Purpose

The purpose of this Data Security Policy is to establish and maintain effective measures to protect the security of data, including customer information, employee records, and any other sensitive data collected and processed by Blacklock.

2. Data Classification

We classify data into categories based on its sensitivity and criticality. This classification helps us apply appropriate security controls to protect the data from unauthorized access, disclosure, and alteration.

2.1 Confidential Data

This category includes sensitive information such as customer data, proprietary business information, and any data subject to regulatory requirements.

2.2 Internal Data

This category includes internal documentation, non-sensitive business information, and data that is not intended for public release.

3. Access Controls

Access to data is granted on a need-to-know basis. We implement robust access controls, authentication mechanisms, and user permissions to ensure that only authorized individuals have access to specific data.

4. Data Encryption

Sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest. This includes the use of secure communication protocols and encryption algorithms to protect data from unauthorized interception or access.

5. Security Awareness

We conduct regular training sessions for employees to raise awareness about data security best practices. Employees are educated on the importance of safeguarding data and the potential risks associated with data breaches.

6. Incident Response

In the event of a data breach or security incident, we have established an incident response plan to promptly identify, contain, eradicate, and recover from the incident. This plan is regularly tested and updated to ensure its effectiveness.

7. Vendor Management

We assess and monitor the security practices of third-party vendors who have access to our data. Contracts with vendors include clauses that require them to adhere to the same level of data security standards that we implement internally.

8. Compliance

We are committed to complying with all relevant data protection laws and regulations. Our data security practices are regularly reviewed to ensure ongoing compliance with applicable standards.

9. Security Audits

Regular security audits and assessments are conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of our data security controls. This includes internal audits as well as third-party assessments.