SecurityUpdated July 3, 2026
Security Baselines Overview
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Security Baselines Overview
This section provides comprehensive security baseline configurations for our Epic on Azure infrastructure.
Available Baselines
Infrastructure Security Baselines
- Azure Virtual Machines: Hardened OS configurations and security agents
- Azure Storage: Encryption, access controls, and data protection
- Azure Networking: Network security groups, firewalls, and segmentation
- Azure Identity: RBAC, conditional access, and privileged access management
Application Security Standards
- Epic Application Security: Hyperspace and application-level security controls
- Database Security: SQL Server security configurations and access controls
- Web Application Security: IIS, load balancer, and web service security
- API Security: Authentication, authorization, and API gateway security
Compliance Frameworks
- HIPAA Compliance: Healthcare data protection requirements
- SOX Compliance: Financial controls and audit requirements
- Azure Security Benchmark: Microsoft's security recommendations
- CIS Controls: Center for Internet Security baseline controls
Security Configuration Standards
Operating System Hardening
- Windows Server security baseline configurations
- Security agent deployment (Defender, CrowdStrike)
- Patch management and update procedures
- System monitoring and logging configuration
Network Security
- Network segmentation and micro-segmentation
- Firewall rules and security group configurations
- Network access control and monitoring
- VPN and remote access security
Identity and Access Management
- Azure Active Directory integration
- Role-based access control (RBAC) assignments
- Privileged access management (PAM) with CyberArk
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA) requirements
Data Protection
- Encryption at rest and in transit
- Data classification and handling procedures
- Backup and recovery security measures
- Data loss prevention (DLP) controls
Implementation Guidelines
Security Assessment Process
- Baseline Review: Assess current configuration against standards
- Gap Analysis: Identify configuration deficiencies
- Remediation Planning: Develop correction and improvement plans
- Implementation: Apply security configurations and controls
- Validation: Verify proper implementation and effectiveness
- Monitoring: Continuous monitoring and compliance checking
Configuration Management
- Ansible Automation: Automated baseline configuration deployment
- Terraform Templates: Infrastructure as code with security controls
- Azure Policy: Compliance monitoring and enforcement
- PowerShell DSC: Windows configuration management
Compliance Monitoring
- Regular Audits: Quarterly security baseline assessments
- Continuous Scanning: Daily vulnerability and compliance scans
- Automated Remediation: Self-healing security configurations
- Reporting: Monthly compliance and security posture reports
Security Metrics and KPIs
Baseline Compliance
- Target: 95% baseline compliance across all systems
- Current Status: Contact Security Team for latest metrics
- Measurement: Automated scanning and assessment tools
Vulnerability Management
- Critical Vulnerabilities: Patched within 48 hours
- High Vulnerabilities: Patched within 7 days
- Medium/Low Vulnerabilities: Patched within 30 days
- Patch Compliance: 98% target compliance rate
Access Control Effectiveness
- Privileged Account Review: Monthly access reviews
- MFA Coverage: 100% for privileged accounts
- Role Accuracy: Quarterly RBAC validation
- Access Certification: Annual comprehensive reviews
Tools and Resources
Security Configuration Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Access | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Security Center | Security posture assessment | Azure Portal | Security Team |
| CyberArk PAM | Privileged access management | PAM Portal | Identity Team |
| Qualys VMDR | Vulnerability scanning | Qualys Console | Security Team |
| Rapid7 InsightVM | Vulnerability management | Rapid7 Portal | Security Team |
Compliance and Audit Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Access | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azure Policy | Compliance monitoring | Azure Portal | Cloud Team |
| Splunk | Security event monitoring | SIEM Dashboard | Security Team |
| ServiceNow GRC | Governance and compliance | ServiceNow Portal | Compliance Team |
| Archer GRC | Risk and compliance management | Archer Portal | Risk Team |
Emergency Procedures
Security Incident Response
For immediate security concerns or incidents:
- Security Operations Center: Contact via incident management system
- Critical Security Issues: Escalate to on-call security engineer
- Compliance Violations: Report to compliance team immediately
Baseline Deviation Alerts
- Automated Alerts: System-generated notifications for baseline drift
- Manual Reporting: Submit deviations through change management
- Emergency Exceptions: Contact security team for urgent approvals
For detailed security baseline configurations and implementation guidance, contact our Security Team via Support Guidelines.