Review Template
Quarterly Security Review Template
Maintain robust security with regular quarterly assessments. This template helps you track progress, identify gaps, and demonstrate continuous improvement in your security posture.
Annual Review Calendar
Q1
Jan-Mar
Focus: Access & Authentication
Q2
Apr-Jun
Focus: Data Protection
Q3
Jul-Sep
Focus: Network & Infrastructure
Q4
Oct-Dec
Focus: Compliance & Planning
Security Posture Dashboard
90% Overall Score
Security Health
80% Compliance
Policy Adherence
85% Patching
Update Status
95% Training
Staff Readiness
Quarterly Trend
75%
Q1
80%
Q2
85%
Q3
90%
Q4
Access Management
| Metric | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Active User Accounts | Matches HR records | ||
| Dormant Accounts | 0 | ||
| MFA Adoption | 100% | ||
| Password Changes | Every 90 days |
Security Updates
| Metric | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| OS Patches Applied | 100% within 30 days | ||
| Critical Updates | 100% within 7 days | ||
| Firmware Updates | Current version | ||
| Application Updates | 95%+ |
Incident Metrics
| Metric | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Security Incidents | <5 per quarter | ||
| Average Response Time | <1 hour | ||
| Phishing Click Rate | <5% | ||
| False Positives | <10% |
Training & Awareness
| Metric | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training Completion | 100% | ||
| Phishing Test Pass Rate | >90% | ||
| Policy Acknowledgment | 100% | ||
| Security Champions | 1 per dept |
Action Items & Follow-up
Critical Priority Actions
High Priority Actions
Medium Priority Actions
Low Priority Actions
Quarterly Review Sign-off
Review Details
Review Period:
Review Date:
Next Review:
Approvals
Security Officer
IT Manager
Executive Sponsor
Continuous Improvement Tips
Quick Wins
- • Enable MFA on all admin accounts
- • Update password policy
- • Schedule monthly patching
- • Create security champions
Medium-term Goals
- • Implement SIEM solution
- • Develop incident playbooks
- • Enhance backup testing
- • Automate compliance checks
Strategic Initiatives
- • Zero Trust architecture
- • Security culture program
- • Third-party risk management
- • Advanced threat detection
Stay Ahead of Threats
Regular security reviews are essential for maintaining a strong security posture. Use this template quarterly to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
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