Security Policy

Effective Date: August 16, 2025
Last Updated: August 16, 2025

Our Commitment to Security

At Rhythm of Business, security is fundamental to our platform design and operations. We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your data, maintain platform integrity, and ensure safe business networking.

Data Protection and Encryption

Data in Transit

HTTPS/TLS 1.3: All data transmission encrypted with latest TLS standards
Certificate Management: Valid SSL certificates with automatic renewal
API Security: Encrypted communication between all system components
No Plain Text: Sensitive data never transmitted unencrypted

Data at Rest

Database Encryption: All stored data encrypted using AES-256 encryption
File Storage: Documents and media encrypted in Azure Blob Storage
Key Management: Encryption keys managed through Azure Key Vault
Backup Security: All backups encrypted and stored securely

Authentication and Access Control

User Authentication

Strong Password Requirements: Minimum complexity standards enforced
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Available for enhanced account security
Session Management: Secure session tokens with automatic expiration
Account Lockout: Protection against brute force attacks

Access Controls

Principle of Least Privilege: Users and systems have minimum necessary access
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Permissions based on user roles and needs
Regular Access Reviews: Periodic review and updates of access permissions
Privileged Account Management: Enhanced security for administrative accounts

Infrastructure Security

Cloud Security (Microsoft Azure)

Azure Security Center: Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Network Security Groups: Firewall rules controlling network traffic
Virtual Private Networks: Isolated network environments
DDoS Protection: Protection against distributed denial-of-service attacks

Application Security

Secure Development Lifecycle: Security integrated into development process
Code Reviews: Regular security-focused code reviews
Dependency Management: Regular updates and security patches
Vulnerability Scanning: Automated scanning for security vulnerabilities

Monitoring and Incident Response

Security Monitoring

24/7 Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of system security and performance
Intrusion Detection: Automated detection of suspicious activities
Log Management: Comprehensive logging and log analysis
Threat Intelligence: Integration with security threat intelligence services

Incident Response Plan

Detection: Automated and manual detection of security incidents
Assessment: Rapid assessment of incident scope and impact
Containment: Immediate steps to contain and isolate threats
Eradication: Removal of threats and closure of vulnerabilities
Recovery: Restoration of normal operations with monitoring
Lessons Learned: Post-incident review and process improvement

Data Breach Response

Immediate Response

Incident Team Activation: Dedicated security team responds immediately
Impact Assessment: Rapid evaluation of data and user impact
Containment Measures: Immediate steps to prevent further exposure
Law Enforcement: Coordination with authorities when appropriate

User Notification

Legal Compliance: Notification within required timeframes (72 hours for GDPR)
Clear Communication: Plain language explanation of incident and impact
Actionable Guidance: Specific steps users should take to protect themselves
Ongoing Updates: Regular updates throughout incident resolution

Platform Security Features

Business Verification

Identity Verification: Multi-step verification of business professionals
Document Validation: Verification of business credentials and documentation
Network Screening: Ongoing monitoring for fraudulent or inappropriate accounts
Community Reporting: User reporting system for suspicious activities

Data Privacy Controls

Granular Privacy Settings: User control over information visibility
Data Minimization: Collection and retention only of necessary data
Consent Management: Clear consent mechanisms for data processing
Data Portability: User ability to export their data

Compliance and Standards

Regulatory Compliance

GDPR: European Union General Data Protection Regulation compliance
CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act compliance
PIPEDA: Canadian Personal Information Protection compliance
SOC 2 Type II: Annual SOC 2 audits (planned for 2026)

Security Standards

OWASP: Following OWASP security guidelines and best practices
NIST Framework: Alignment with NIST Cybersecurity Framework
ISO 27001: Working toward ISO 27001 certification
Industry Standards: Adherence to business networking platform security standards

Third-Party Security

Vendor Management

Security Assessments: Regular security reviews of all vendors
Contractual Requirements: Security requirements in all vendor contracts
Data Processing Agreements: Formal agreements for data handling
Regular Audits: Ongoing monitoring of third-party security practices

Integration Security

API Security: Secure authentication and authorization for all integrations
Data Validation: Strict validation of all incoming and outgoing data
Sandboxing: Isolated environments for third-party integrations
Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of integration points

User Security Responsibilities

Account Security

Strong Passwords: Use unique, complex passwords for your account
Enable MFA: Activate multi-factor authentication when available
Regular Updates: Keep your contact information current
Suspicious Activity: Report any unusual account activity immediately

Best Practices

Safe Networking: Verify the identity of business contacts before sharing sensitive information
Information Sharing: Be cautious about sharing confidential business information
Device Security: Use secure devices and networks when accessing the platform
Logout Procedures: Always log out when using shared or public devices

Security Contact and Reporting

Report Security Issues

If you discover a security vulnerability or have security concerns:

Email: security@rhythmof.business
Subject Line: “Security Issue - [Brief Description]”
Response Time: We respond to security reports within 24 hours

Responsible Disclosure

We appreciate responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities and will:

Acknowledge receipt within 24 hours
Provide regular updates on investigation progress
Credit researchers (with permission) for valid security findings
Not pursue legal action against good-faith security researchers

Security Updates and Improvements

Continuous Improvement

Regular Security Reviews: Quarterly comprehensive security assessments
Penetration Testing: Annual third-party penetration testing
Security Training: Ongoing security training for all team members
Technology Updates: Regular updates to security tools and systems

Transparency

Security Blog: Regular updates about our security practices and improvements
Incident Reports: Public disclosure of significant security incidents (when appropriate)
Compliance Reports: Annual publication of compliance and audit results

Contact Information

For security-related questions or concerns:

Security Team: security@rhythmof.business
Privacy Officer: privacy@rhythmof.business
Legal Department: legal@rhythmof.business
General Support: support@rhythmof.business

*This Security Policy was last updated on August 16, 2025. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of security to protect your business networking data and maintain your trust in our platform.*ate = ‘2025-08-16T18:12:08-07:00’ draft = true title = ‘Security’ +++