Purpose
This checklist helps organizations evaluate the effectiveness of their cybersecurity governance framework and identify areas requiring improvement.
Governance Structure
✓ Cybersecurity Governance Committee Established
✓ Executive Security Sponsor Assigned
✓ Defined Security Roles & Responsibilities
✓ Security Reporting Structure Approved
Policies & Standards
✓ Information Security Policy Approved
✓ Password & Access Management Policies Defined
✓ Data Classification Policy Implemented
✓ Third-Party Security Standards Established
Risk Management
✓ Cyber Risk Register Maintained
✓ Risk Assessments Conducted Regularly
✓ Risk Treatment Plans Defined
✓ Executive Risk Reporting Established
Security Operations
✓ Security Monitoring Implemented
✓ Incident Response Procedures Documented
✓ Vulnerability Management Program Active
✓ Backup & Recovery Controls Tested
Compliance
✓ Regulatory Requirements Identified
✓ Compliance Assessments Conducted
✓ Audit Findings Managed
✓ Evidence Repository Maintained
Workforce Awareness
✓ Security Awareness Program Active
✓ Phishing Simulations Conducted
✓ Executive Security Training Completed
✓ Incident Reporting Procedures Communicated
Conclusion
Organizations should review cybersecurity governance maturity at least annually and update controls based on evolving threats and regulatory requirements.