Certified Digital Security (CDS) at the Standard Level

Level 1

A fundamental intent to embrace information assurance and security. This entry level requires demonstration of an organisation’s commitment to digital security by the production of policies, guidance and instructions.

Level 2

Implementation of security measures. Building on the organisation’s security policies and procedures, Level 2 requires initial implementation of user training, background checking, server and workstation patching, and the implementation of asset management.

Level 3

Audit and Control. With security measures implemented, this level requires the organisation to demonstrate clear control of all information assets, including software, from purchase to disposal, the employment of formally trained administrators and the use of network perimeter protection.