Handling Data Privacy and Security
To provide a structured process for managing data privacy and security to protect sensitive information and comply with legal and regulatory requirements. This SOP applies to all employees, IT personnel, and managers responsible for handling, storing, or accessing sensitive data.

Handling Data Privacy and Security
- Classify Data
- Categorize data based on sensitivity levels
- Implement Security Measures
- Use encryption for storing and transmitting sensitive data.
- Restrict access to data using role-based permissions.
- Regularly update passwords and implement multi-factor authentication.
- Train Employees
- Conduct regular training sessions on data privacy and security best practices.
- Distribute policies and guidelines
- Monitor and Audit Data Access
- Use monitoring tools to track access to sensitive data.
- Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with security protocols.
- Respond to Data Breaches
- Immediately report suspected breaches to the [Data Privacy Officer/IT Team].
- Contain the breach by isolating affected systems.
- Investigate the breach and notify affected parties as required by law.
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