Security Policy

At Atomic Technium, security is not an afterthought—it's foundational to everything we do. This Security Policy outlines our comprehensive approach to protecting your data, systems, and infrastructure. We employ industry-leading security practices, maintain rigorous standards, and continuously evolve our security posture to address emerging threats.

We are committed to:

• Protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data
• Implementing and maintaining robust security controls across all systems
• Complying with industry standards and regulatory requirements
• Continuously monitoring and improving our security posture
• Responding promptly and effectively to security incidents
• Maintaining transparency about our security practices
• Empowering our clients with security tools and knowledge

2. Infrastructure Security

2.1 Physical Security

• Enterprise-grade data centers with 24/7 physical security
• Multi-factor authentication for data center access
• Video surveillance and access logging
• Environmental controls (fire suppression, climate control, power redundancy)
• Geographic redundancy and disaster recovery capabilities

2.2 Network Security

• Network segmentation and micro-segmentation
• Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) protection
• Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Next-generation firewalls with deep packet inspection
• Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for secure remote access
• Regular network vulnerability assessments
• Zero Trust network architecture principles

2.3 Cloud Security

• Multi-cloud security strategies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) security scanning
• Container security and Kubernetes hardening
• Cloud-native security tools and services
• Regular cloud configuration audits

3. Application Security

3.1 Secure Development Lifecycle

• Security-by-design principles in all development phases
• Secure coding standards and peer code reviews
• Static Application Security Testing (SAST)
• Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST)
• Software Composition Analysis (SCA) for dependency scanning
• Regular security training for development teams
• Threat modeling and security architecture reviews

3.2 Web Application Security

• Protection against OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities
• Web Application Firewall (WAF) deployment
• Input validation and output encoding
• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) prevention
• SQL Injection and NoSQL Injection protection
• Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection
• Security headers (CSP, HSTS, X-Frame-Options, etc.)
• Regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments

3.3 API Security

• OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect authentication
• API key management and rotation
• Rate limiting and throttling
• API gateway security controls
• Input validation and schema enforcement
• API versioning and deprecation policies

4.1 Encryption

• Data at Rest: AES-256 encryption for stored data
• Data in Transit: TLS 1.2+ for all data transmissions
• End-to-End Encryption: Available for sensitive communications
• Encryption key management using Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)
• Regular cryptographic algorithm reviews and updates
• Database encryption and tokenization where appropriate

4.2 Data Classification and Handling

• Data classification framework (Public, Internal, Confidential, Restricted)
• Data handling procedures based on classification level
• Data minimization and privacy-by-design principles
• Secure data disposal and sanitization procedures
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls

4.3 Backup and Recovery

• Regular automated backups with encryption
• Geographic redundancy for backup storage
• Regular backup testing and restoration drills
• Defined Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO)
• Immutable backups to protect against ransomware

5. Access Control and Identity Management

5.1 Authentication

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) required for all accounts
• Single Sign-On (SSO) integration support
• Strong password policies and complexity requirements
• Passwordless authentication options where available
• Biometric authentication support
• Session management and automatic timeout

5.2 Authorization and Least Privilege

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) implementation
• Principle of least privilege enforcement
• Just-In-Time (JIT) access for privileged operations
• Regular access reviews and recertification
• Separation of duties for critical functions
• Privileged Access Management (PAM) solutions

5.3 Identity Lifecycle Management

• Automated user provisioning and deprovisioning
• Immediate access revocation upon termination
• Regular account audits and cleanup of inactive accounts
• Contractor and third-party access management

6.1 Security Monitoring

• 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) monitoring
• Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) platform
• Real-time threat detection and alerting
• Log aggregation and correlation across all systems
• User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA)
• File Integrity Monitoring (FIM)

6.2 Threat Intelligence

• Integration with threat intelligence feeds
• Indicators of Compromise (IoC) monitoring
• Proactive threat hunting activities
• Industry collaboration and information sharing
• Zero-day vulnerability tracking and mitigation

6.3 Incident Response

• Formal Incident Response Plan and procedures
• Dedicated Incident Response Team
• Defined incident classification and escalation procedures
• Regular incident response drills and tabletop exercises
• Post-incident analysis and lessons learned
• Communication protocols for security incidents

7. Vulnerability Management

7.1 Vulnerability Assessment

• Regular vulnerability scanning of all systems and applications
• Automated scanning integrated into CI/CD pipelines
• Manual security assessments and code reviews
• Third-party penetration testing (at least annually)
• Bug bounty program for responsible disclosure

7.2 Patch Management

• Timely application of security patches and updates
• Critical patches applied within 24-48 hours
• Risk-based prioritization of patches
• Testing and validation before production deployment
• Automated patch management where possible
• Virtual patching for legacy systems

8.1 Regulatory Compliance

We maintain compliance with applicable regulations and standards, including:

• GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation
• CCPA/CPRA: California Consumer Privacy Act
• SOC 2: Service Organization Control 2 compliance
• HIPAA: Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (for applicable services)
• PCI DSS: Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (for payment processing)
• ISO 27001: Information Security Management System

8.2 Security Audits

• Regular internal security audits
• Third-party security assessments and audits
• Compliance audits for regulatory requirements
• Continuous compliance monitoring
• Remediation tracking and verification

9. Third-Party Security

9.1 Vendor Risk Management

• Security assessments of all third-party vendors
• Vendor security questionnaires and due diligence
• Contractual security requirements and SLAs
• Regular vendor security reviews and audits
• Supply chain security considerations

9.2 Data Processing Agreements

• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with all processors
• Standard Contractual Clauses for international transfers
• Clear data handling and security requirements
• Right to audit subprocessors

10. Employee Security

10.1 Security Awareness Training

• Mandatory security awareness training for all employees
• Role-specific security training programs
• Regular phishing simulation exercises
• Security updates and awareness campaigns
• Annual security training refreshers

10.2 Background Checks

• Background checks for all employees with access to sensitive data
• Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
• Clear desk and clear screen policies
• Secure remote work guidelines

11. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery

• Comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP)
• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) with defined RTOs and RPOs
• Regular disaster recovery testing and drills
• Geographic redundancy and failover capabilities
• Incident communication plans
• Alternative work arrangements for continuity

We welcome security researchers and ethical hackers to report vulnerabilities responsibly. If you discover a security vulnerability, please:

• Report it privately to security@atomictechnium.com
• Provide detailed information about the vulnerability
• Allow us reasonable time to investigate and remediate
• Avoid exploiting the vulnerability or accessing data beyond what's necessary to demonstrate the issue
• Do not publicly disclose the vulnerability until we've addressed it

We commit to acknowledging your report promptly, investigating thoroughly, and providing updates on our remediation efforts. We will publicly credit researchers who follow responsible disclosure practices (unless they prefer to remain anonymous).

13. Security Transparency

We believe in transparency regarding our security practices:

• Regular security updates and communications to clients
• Prompt notification of security incidents affecting client data
• Available security documentation and certifications
• Open dialogue about our security controls and capabilities
• Annual security report (available upon request)

14. Updates to This Security Policy

We continuously evolve our security practices to address new threats and technologies. We may update this Security Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our security posture, technology, or regulatory requirements. Material changes will be communicated to our clients. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy reflects the most recent version.

For security-related inquiries, vulnerability reports, or questions about this Security Policy, please contact us: