Backup and Recovery Policy Template

Purpose

This policy explains how we protect our SOC and systems by backing up important data and recovering it if something breaks. The goal is to ensure critical data, configurations, logs, and documentation are never lost and can be restored quickly.

Scope

This policy applies to everyone responsible for managing or handling:

• [System/Server Name]
• [Documentation, files, or other assets]

Policy Rules

1. Backup Schedule

We keep backups on a regular basis:

• Backups should run automatically whenever possible.

2. Where Backups Are Stored

All backups must be secured:

• [Add storage locations or security requirements here]

3. What We Back Up

Backups should include:

• [System configuration files]
• [Rules, policies, or agent configurations]
• [Dashboards, alerts, or visualizations]
• [Other critical data]
• [Notes on log backups, archival, or retention policy]

4. Recovery Steps

If a system or data loss occurs:

• [Describe recovery procedures or roles]

All recovery steps should be logged or documented in [location/channel].

5. Testing Backups

To ensure backups work correctly:

• [Describe testing procedure or frequency]

All failures must be documented and resolved.

6. Access to Backups

Only authorized personnel may access or restore backups:

• [List allowed roles]

All access must be logged.

7. Backup Failures

If a backup fails:

• [Describe response steps]

Repeated failures must be escalated to [role/team].

8. During a Security Incident

If backups are needed during an incident:

• [Describe how backups are accessed or prioritized]

9. Policy Review

This policy should be reviewed:

• [Review frequency]

Team members may propose updates or improvements at any time.