Episode 56 — Write Security Policies That People Can Follow and Auditors Can Verify
This episode teaches how to write security policies that are clear, enforceable, and measurable, aligning with exam objectives that emphasize the role of governance artifacts in controlling risk and proving compliance. You will learn how to state required outcomes in plain language, define responsibilities and scope, and ensure policy requirements can be tested through evidence rather than interpreted subjectively. We discuss how policies connect to standards, baselines, and procedures, and why policies fail when they describe ideals without accountability mechanisms or realistic alignment to workflows. A scenario covers an exception request and shows how policy structure supports consistent decision making, including compensating controls and review periods. Troubleshooting considerations include conflicting policies, outdated language, and “policy sprawl” that confuses employees, emphasizing review cycles, ownership, and spot checks that confirm the policy matches system reality and operational practice. Produced by BareMetalCyber.com, where you’ll find more cyber audio courses, books, and information to strengthen your educational path. Also, if you want to stay up to date with the latest news, visit DailyCyber.News for a newsletter you can use, and a daily podcast you can commute with.
