Security Incident Management Template

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Utilize this template to streamline your security incident management process. By leveraging the Priority Matrix, CISOs can quickly visualize and allocate their time to the most pressing security issues, ensuring no security incidents are overlooked.

This template helps you manage immediate threats, report incidents, review response plans, conduct training sessions, and perform routine audits. Ensure every security issue gets the attention it requires within the stipulated timeframe, reducing stress and improving overall security posture.

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Proposed Tasks

High Impact, Urgent

  • Task 1: Immediate Threat Assessment due in 1 day
    ☐ Identify the nature of the security threat ☐ Assess the impact and urgency of the threat ☐ Allocate resources to manage the threat
  • Task 2: Security Incident Reporting due in 1 week
    ☐ Document the security incident ☐ Communicate the incident to relevant stakeholders ☐ Report the incident to regulatory authorities if required
  • Task 7: Security Software Update due in 1 week
    ☐ Identify necessary security software updates ☐ Implement updates ☐ Test software post-update

High Impact, Non-Urgent

  • Task 3: Incident Response Plan Review due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Review the current incident response plan ☐ Identify areas for improvement ☐ Update the plan as necessary
  • Task 9: Data Backup due in 2 weeks
    ☐ Back up all important data ☐ Ensure data is backed up in a secure location ☐ Test data recovery
  • Task 4: Security Training Session due in 3 weeks
    ☐ Plan a security training session for employees ☐ Deliver the training session ☐ Assess the effectiveness of the training

Low Impact, Urgent

  • Task 8: Password Reset for All Employees due in 5 days
    ☐ Communicate password reset requirement to all employees ☐ Ensure all employees reset their passwords ☐ Follow up with any employees who have not reset their passwords
  • Task 5: Routine Security Audit due in 1 month
    ☐ Conduct a routine security audit ☐ Identify any vulnerabilities ☐ Address identified vulnerabilities

Low Impact, Non-Urgent

  • Task 10: Vendor Security Assessment due in 1 month
    ☐ Assess the security practices of key vendors ☐ Communicate any concerns to vendors ☐ Follow up on any necessary changes
  • Task 6: Update Security Policies due in 2 months
    ☐ Review current security policies ☐ Update policies to reflect changes in technology and threat landscape ☐ Communicate updates to all employees