A Security Policy Assessment provides a comprehensive evaluation of an organization’s existing information security policies to determine their effectiveness and alignment with both industry standards and internal business requirements. At Barkrum Cybersecurity, we carefully review critical documents governing data protection, access control, incident response, remote work practices, and other security domains to ensure policies are properly structured, relevant, and actionable. This process identifies strengths to reinforce and gaps that could expose the organization to unnecessary risks.

If deficiencies are discovered, Barkrum works closely with stakeholders to revise, enhance, or create new policies that align with modern threat landscapes and business operations. We help ensure that each policy is clearly written, enforceable, and properly tailored to the organization's size, regulatory obligations, and operational needs. Whether fine-tuning existing documentation or building missing policies from the ground up, our goal is to develop a cohesive, resilient cybersecurity framework.

Through this assessment and policy development process, businesses strengthen their ability to manage cybersecurity risks proactively rather than reactively. Well-crafted, updated security policies not only improve day-to-day operational security but also demonstrate professionalism, compliance readiness, and accountability to customers, partners, and regulators. Barkrum’s Security Policy Assessment positions organizations to confidently face emerging threats while protecting critical assets.

KEY BENEFITS


METHODOLGY

  • Collection & Review of Existing Documentation

    Collect all current information security policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines to evaluate their clarity, completeness, and relevance to current operations and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, HIPAA).



  • Gap Analysis Against Industry Standards

    Conduct a structured gap analysis comparing existing policies to industry best practices and compliance requirements to identify missing, outdated, or insufficient areas.



  • Effectiveness Evaluation & Risk Alignment

    Assess the practicality, enforceability, and real-world applicability of each policy, ensuring they address current organizational risks and can be successfully implemented.



  • Policy Enhancement and Development

    Recommend updates or create new, customized policies that are clearly written, operationally aligned, and ready for leadership approval and employee adoption.