Information Security Roles and Responsibilities Policy
Statement of Policy
AlignAI Labs, Inc. is committed to conducting business in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies. AlignAI Labs, Inc. has adopted this policy to outline the security measures required to protect electronic information systems and related equipment from unauthorized use.
Objective
This policy and associated guidance establish the roles and responsibilities within AlignAI Labs, Inc., which is critical for effective communication of information security policies and standards. Roles are required within the organization to provide clearly defined responsibilities and an understanding of how the protection of information is to be accomplished. Their purpose is to clarify, coordinate activity, and actions necessary to disseminate security policy, standards, and implementation.
Applicability
This policy is applicable to all AlignAI Labs, Inc. infrastructure, network segments, systems, and employees and contractors who provide security and IT functions.
Audience
The audience for this policy includes all AlignAI Labs, Inc. employees and contractors who are involved with the Information Security Program. Awareness of this policy applies for all other agents of AlignAI Labs, Inc. with access to AlignAI Labs, Inc. information and infrastructure. This includes, but is not limited to partners, affiliates, contractors, temporary employees, trainees, guests, and volunteers. The titles will be referred collectively hereafter as “AlignAI Labs, Inc. community”.
Roles and Responsibilities
Roles Responsibilities
Board of Directors
Oversight of Cyber-Risk and internal control for information security, privacy and compliance Consults with Executive Leadership to understand AlignAI Labs, Inc. IT mission and risks and provides guidance to align business, IT, and security objectives
Executive Leadership
Approves Capital Expenditures for Information Security and Privacy programs and initiatives Oversight over the execution of the information security and Privacy risk management program and risk treatments Communication Path to AlignAI Labs, Inc. Board of Directors Aligns Information Security and Privacy Policy and Posture based on AlignAI Labs, Inc.’s mission, strategic objectives and risk appetite
IT
Manager
Oversight over the implementation of information security controls for infrastructure and IT processes Responsible for the design, development, implementation, operation, maintenance and monitoring of IT security controls Ensures IT puts into practice the Information Security Framework Responsible for conducting IT risk assessments, documenting identified threats and maintaining risk register Communicates information security risks to executive leadership Reports information security risks annually to AlignAI Labs, Inc.’s leadership and gains approvals to bring risks to acceptable levels Coordinates the development and maintenance of information security policies and standards Works with applicable executive leadership to establish an information security framework and awareness program Serve as liaison to the Board of Directors, Law Enforcement, Internal Audit and General Counsel Oversight over Identity Management and Access Control processes
VP of Engineering
Oversight over information security in the software development process Responsible for the design, development, implementation, operation, maintenance and monitoring of development and commercial cloud hosting security controls Responsible for oversight over policy development related to systems and software under their control Responsible for implementing risk management in the development process aligned with company goals
Compliance Manager
Responsible for compliance with the company’s contractual commitments Responsible for maintaining compliance with relevant data privacy and information security laws and regulations (e.g. GDPR, CCPA Responsible for adherence to company adopted information security and data privacy standards and frameworks including SOC 2, ISO 27001 and Microsoft Supplier Data Protection Requirements DPR
VP of Global Customer Support
Oversight and implementation, operation and monitoring of information security tools and processes in customer production environments Execution of customer data retention and deletion processes in accordance with company policy and customer requirements
Systems Owners
Maintain the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the information systems for which they are responsible in compliance with AlignAI Labs, Inc. policies on information security and privacy Approval of technical access and change requests for non-standard access to systems under their control
AlignAI Labs, Inc. Employees, Contractors, temporary workers, etc.
Acting at all times in a manner which does not place at risk the health and safety of themselves, other person in the workplace, and the information and resources they have use of Helping to identify areas where risk management practices should be adopted Taking all practical steps to minimize AlignAI Labs, Inc.’s exposure to contractual and regulatory liability Adhering to company policies and standards of conduct Reporting incidents and observed anomalies or weaknesses
Chief Human Resources Officer
Ensuring employees and contractors are qualified and competent for their roles Ensuring appropriate testing and background checks are completed Ensuring that employees and relevant contractors are presented with company policies and the Code of Conduct Co C Ensuring that employee performance and adherence the Co C is periodically evaluated Ensuring that employees receive appropriate security training
CFO
Responsible for oversight over third-party risk management process Responsible for review of vendor service contracts
Policy Compliance
The IT manager will measure the compliance to this policy through various methods, including, but not limited to—reports, internal/external audits, and feedback to the policy owner. Exceptions to the policy must be approved by the IT Manager in advance. Non-compliance will be addressed with management and Human Resources and can result in disciplinary action in accordance with company procedures up to and including termination of employment.