Written Information Security Policy (WISP)

Documented security policy built around your real scope.

Turn unclear policy gaps into a documented WISP aligned to IRS Pub 5708 and FTC Safeguards expectations.

Reduce unnecessary work by defining systems, users, vendors, and data before policy language is finalized.

Support regulated operations with policy documentation tied to risk assessments, access control, and incident response.

Build a WISP that connects to daily security operations, including MFA, EDR/XDR, patching, and user training.

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WISP Scoping
Define the right policy scope

A WISP starts with knowing what the policy must cover. Cyber Security Solutions helps identify sensitive data types, business processes, users, vendors, locations, and systems before documentation begins.

This scoping-first process keeps the policy grounded in reality instead of relying on generic language. You get clearer boundaries, fewer assumptions, and a stronger foundation for IRS Pub 5708, FTC Safeguards, HIPAA, GLBA, or NIST-aligned requirements.

Risk Assessment
Prioritize real security risk

A useful WISP should reflect current risk, not just policy intent. Cyber Security Solutions supports risk assessment activity that documents threats, control gaps, operational dependencies, and areas that require remediation.

The output helps leadership understand what needs attention, which controls matter most, and how policy decisions connect to access control, encryption, endpoint protection, patching, training, vendor oversight, and incident response.

Control Mapping
Map policy to obligations

Regulated organizations often need policy language that maps to specific obligations. Cyber Security Solutions builds WISP content around relevant frameworks such as IRS Pub 5708, FTC Safeguards Rule, HIPAA 45 CFR 164.308(a)(8), GLBA, NIST 800-171, and CMMC-related expectations where applicable.

This gives your team a clearer bridge between written policy, security controls, compliance evidence, and examiner or client requests.

Incident Response
Prepare response procedures

Your WISP should explain what happens when suspicious activity, data exposure, ransomware, business email compromise, or vendor-related incidents occur. Cyber Security Solutions documents practical response steps for escalation, containment, communication, evidence preservation, and follow-up.

These procedures support readiness by giving employees and leadership a defined process before an incident occurs, instead of forcing decisions under pressure.

Vendor Oversight
Clarify vendor responsibility

Third parties can create security and compliance exposure, especially for firms handling client financial data, patient information, CUI, or confidential legal matters. Cyber Security Solutions helps document vendor expectations, data handling requirements, access boundaries, and review practices inside the WISP.

This creates a more complete policy structure for vendor supervision, BAA management, cloud usage, managed IT coordination, and secure information sharing.

Policy Maintenance
Keep documentation current

A WISP should not sit untouched after delivery. Cyber Security Solutions can support periodic policy review, updates tied to environmental changes, and alignment with managed controls such as MFA, EDR/XDR, patch management, encryption, DLP, login auditing, and security training.

For organizations that need ongoing help, compliance concierge support can help keep documentation, evidence, and operational practices moving together.

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A WISP Built for Real Compliance Operations

What a Practical WISP Should Include

A strong WISP connects written expectations to day-to-day cybersecurity practices. Your policy should clearly address how protected information is managed, how risks are reviewed, and how the organization responds when something changes.

  • Scope documentation for systems, users, data, vendors, and business processes
  • Risk assessment language that supports practical control decisions
  • Access control expectations, including MFA, role-based access, and login review
  • Incident response procedures for detection, escalation, containment, and reporting
  • Security awareness, phishing defense, and employee responsibility requirements
  • Policy maintenance guidance so the WISP can evolve with your environment
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Policy Documentation Connected to Security Controls

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