Interactive Security Posture Assessment Tool
This tool helps you evaluate your current security posture by answering a series of questions across critical areas of cybersecurity. After completing the assessment, you’ll receive a personalized security posture score and recommendations for improvement.
Categories and Sample Questions
Each category includes several questions with multiple-choice answers, where users select the answer that best represents their current practice. Points are awarded based on the security maturity of the answer.
Categories and Questions
1. Network Security and Vulnerability Management
Do you conduct regular vulnerability scans and penetration tests on your network and systems?
a) Yes, both are done at least annually with a certified team (3 points)
b) Only vulnerability scans are done regularly; penetration tests occasionally (2 points)
c) Rarely conduct either vulnerability scans or penetration tests (0 points)
b) Only vulnerability scans are done regularly; penetration tests occasionally (2 points)
c) Rarely conduct either vulnerability scans or penetration tests (0 points)
How are findings from these assessments addressed?
a) Findings are promptly reviewed and resolved with a formal remediation plan (3 points)
b) Findings are reviewed periodically, but without a formal process (1 point)
c) Findings are rarely reviewed or acted upon (0 points)
b) Findings are reviewed periodically, but without a formal process (1 point)
c) Findings are rarely reviewed or acted upon (0 points)
How often do you monitor network traffic for suspicious activity?
a) Continuously (3 points)
b) Weekly or monthly (2 points)
c) Rarely or never (0 points)
b) Weekly or monthly (2 points)
c) Rarely or never (0 points)
2. Endpoint Protection and Patch Management
Do you have an Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) solution deployed?
a) Yes, with real-time monitoring and response capabilities (3 points)
b) We use basic antivirus software (1 point)
c) No, we don’t have endpoint protection (0 points)
b) We use basic antivirus software (1 point)
c) No, we don’t have endpoint protection (0 points)
How often are endpoints patched and updated?
a) Immediately when patches are released (3 points)
b) Monthly (2 points)
c) Rarely (0 points)
b) Monthly (2 points)
c) Rarely (0 points)
3. Access Control and Authentication
Are multifactor authentication (MFA) and strong passwords required for user accounts?
a) Yes, for all accounts (3 points)
b) Only for high-privilege accounts (2 points)
c) No, we don’t use MFA (0 points)
b) Only for high-privilege accounts (2 points)
c) No, we don’t use MFA (0 points)
Do you have a process for removing access for former employees or contractors?
a) Yes, access is removed immediately upon termination (3 points)
b) Access is removed eventually (1 point)
c) There’s no formal process (0 points)
b) Access is removed eventually (1 point)
c) There’s no formal process (0 points)
4. Incident Response and Evaluation Readiness
Do you test your incident response plan through simulated attacks or real-world scenarios?
a) Yes, with regular drills, including red team exercises (3 points)
b) We’ve conducted some simulations but lack regular testing (1 point)
c) No, we haven’t conducted simulations or drills (0 points)
b) We’ve conducted some simulations but lack regular testing (1 point)
c) No, we haven’t conducted simulations or drills (0 points)
Are results from vulnerability and penetration tests integrated into the incident response plan?
a) Yes, findings directly inform response planning and improvement (3 points)
b) Findings are considered occasionally (1 point)
c) Findings are not integrated into the response plan (0 points)
b) Findings are considered occasionally (1 point)
c) Findings are not integrated into the response plan (0 points)
5. Data Protection and Backup
Do you regularly back up critical data?
a) Yes, with encrypted backups stored offsite (3 points)
b) Yes, but backups are not encrypted or offsite (1 point)
c) No, we don’t back up data (0 points)
b) Yes, but backups are not encrypted or offsite (1 point)
c) No, we don’t back up data (0 points)
How frequently do you test backup recovery?
a) Regularly (monthly or quarterly) (3 points)
b) Occasionally (once a year) (1 point)
c) We don’t test backup recovery (0 points)
b) Occasionally (once a year) (1 point)
c) We don’t test backup recovery (0 points)
6. Employee Awareness and Training
How often do you conduct cybersecurity awareness training for employees?
a) Quarterly or more often (3 points)
b) Annually (2 points)
c) Rarely or never (0 points)
b) Annually (2 points)
c) Rarely or never (0 points)
Do you conduct phishing simulations to test employee awareness?
a) Yes, regularly (3 points)
b) Occasionally (1 point)
c) No (0 points)
b) Occasionally (1 point)
c) No (0 points)
Scoring and Interpretation
After completing the assessment, add up your points:
18+ points: High Security Posture
Your organization has a strong security foundation and is well-prepared for common cyber threats. Maintain this posture by continuing regular reviews, updates, and training.
10–17 points: Moderate Security Posture
Your organization has a fair level of protection but could benefit from improvements in key areas like endpoint protection, access control, or incident response readiness.
Below 10 points: Low Security Posture
Your organization is at high risk and may lack basic protections. Immediate action is recommended to address vulnerabilities and strengthen overall security.
Recommendations and Next Steps
Based on your score, we’ll provide customized recommendations on enhancing your security posture. Consider exploring our services or scheduling a consultation to discuss solutions tailored to your needs.
High: Focus on regular testing, continuous monitoring, and advanced protections.
Moderate: Enhance your endpoint security, access controls, and incident response procedures.
Low: Start with foundational security measures, such as firewalls, patch management, and a clear incident response plan.
