Advisory & Assurance
Vendor Security Audit
Third-party vendors are essential, but they also extend your attack surface. We assess how well your vendors protect your data and systems.
Overview
Why it matters
Working with third-party vendors is essential for most organizations, and it introduces security risks that need careful management. A weakness in a vendor’s controls can become a weakness in yours.
Our Vendor Security Audit gives you a thorough assessment of your vendors’ security practices. We work with you to understand your vendor landscape and tailor the audit to your requirements.
Scope
What the audit covers
Security policies and documentation
Review of each vendor’s security policies, procedures and documentation.
Physical and network security
Onsite assessment of vendor controls, including physical security, network security and access controls.
Technical testing
Vulnerability scanning, penetration testing and social engineering testing where in scope.
Remediation support
Working with your vendors to help them address identified weaknesses.
Engagement
How an engagement works
- 01
Plan and scope
We map your vendor landscape, decide which vendors to audit and define the controls and requirements to assess.
- 02
Review documents
We review vendor security policies, procedures and documentation to understand their posture.
- 03
Assess onsite
We assess physical security, network security and access controls at the vendor.
- 04
Test and analyze
We test for vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the vendor’s security controls.
- 05
Report and remediate
You receive a detailed report with recommendations, and we help vendors address the findings.
Outcomes
What you gain
- Better visibility and control over your vendor landscape
- Reduced risk of data breaches and other security incidents through third parties
- Support for compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- More trust and confidence in your vendors and partners
Advisory & Assurance
Related services
Independent advice on where your security stands, what matters most and how to improve it, from risk advisory to maturity audits and control assurance.
Data Privacy & ProtectionProtect sensitive information and the privacy of your customers, and meet data protection regulations with a practical, end-to-end approach.
Cybersecurity AwarenessYour people are part of your defense. We help employees recognize threats and build a lasting culture of security.
You build, we protect
Talk to us about Vendor Security Audit
Tell us about your environment and goals, and we will suggest a practical scope.
info@alangh.com