IT SECURITY & INFRASTRUCTURE

IT Security & Infrastructure

At Sapphire Digital Accounting, we follow strict and well-documented security policies backed by regular professional audits. Our approach ensures full protection of client data through robust physical, employee, and network security.

Your data security is our priority

Physical Security

Secure office premises with access control systems
Desktop access restricted to individual users
Mobile phone use restricted in work areas
Employee ID cards control and track access
24/7 CCTV surveillance throughout the premises

Employee Security

Thorough reference checks before hiring
ID documentation collected at onboarding
All employees sign confidentiality and service agreements

Network & Data Security

Firewall-controlled systems with intrusion prevention
Enterprise antivirus protection against malware and spyware
Client data hosted on secure AWS cloud servers for reliability and safety
Server and shared resource access restricted to authorised personnel
Users only see data relevant to their assigned work
USB, CD/DVD drives are disabled on all devices
Sophos hardware firewall and secure routers scan all incoming/outgoing files
Regular OS, security, and software updates applied across all systems
Automated data backups with full disaster recovery options
Systems have dual firewall layers and private IPs invisible to the public
Strong password enforcement with regular updates encouraged via password managers
Continuous monitoring of all electronic activity, including emails and internet usage
Access to applications and databases is restricted by user roles
Downloads of shareware or tools require prior IT and manager approval
Internet and email use is restricted unless approved by the IT Manager
Access controls exist across the network, applications, and databases using logins and permissions