Last Updated:
January 2025
Security First:
At Legacy Edge, security isn't an afterthought—it's built into every aspect of our AI development process, from initial design to deployment and ongoing maintenance.
1. Compliance Certifications
SOC 2 Type II
Independently audited security controls
GDPR
Full compliance with EU data protection
CCPA
California Consumer Privacy Act compliant
ISO 27001
Information security management
Our compliance certifications are regularly audited by independent third parties to ensure we maintain the highest standards of security and data protection.
2. Data Security Framework
Encryption at Rest
- AES-256 encryption for all stored data
- Encrypted database storage
- Secure key management with HSM
- Regular key rotation policies
Encryption in Transit
- TLS 1.3 for all data transmission
- End-to-end encryption for API calls
- Secure VPN connections
- Certificate pinning and validation
Access Controls
- Multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Principle of least privilege
- Regular access reviews and audits
Network Security
- Web Application Firewall (WAF)
- DDoS protection and mitigation
- Network segmentation
- Intrusion detection and prevention
3. Infrastructure Security
Cloud Security
Our infrastructure is built on enterprise-grade cloud platforms with:
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Multi-region deployment:
Redundancy across multiple geographic regions
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Auto-scaling security:
Automated threat response and scaling
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Container security:
Secure containerization with runtime protection
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Infrastructure as Code:
Version-controlled, auditable infrastructure
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Zero-trust architecture:
Never trust, always verify approach
Physical Security
- SOC 2 certified data centers
- 24/7 physical security monitoring
- Biometric access controls
- Environmental monitoring and controls
- Redundant power and cooling systems
4. Application Security
Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC)
Security is integrated into every phase of our development process:
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Security by Design:
Threat modeling and security requirements from day one
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Secure Coding:
OWASP Top 10 compliance and secure coding practices
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Code Review:
Mandatory security-focused code reviews
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Static Analysis:
Automated security scanning of all code
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Dynamic Testing:
Runtime security testing and penetration testing
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Dependency Scanning:
Continuous monitoring of third-party components
AI Model Security
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Model Protection:
Encryption and obfuscation of AI models
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Input Validation:
Comprehensive validation to prevent adversarial attacks
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Output Filtering:
Content filtering and safety checks
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Bias Detection:
Regular testing for algorithmic bias
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Privacy Preservation:
Differential privacy and federated learning where applicable
5. Data Protection & Privacy
Data Minimization
- Collect only necessary data for service delivery
- Regular data purging and retention policies
- Anonymization and pseudonymization techniques
- Purpose limitation and use restrictions
Privacy by Design
- Privacy impact assessments for all projects
- Data protection built into system architecture
- User consent management systems
- Right to erasure and data portability
Cross-Border Data Transfers
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) for EU data
- Adequacy decisions compliance
- Data localization options available
- Transparent data flow documentation
6. Monitoring & Incident Response
24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC)
- Continuous security monitoring and alerting
- Real-time threat detection and analysis
- Automated incident response workflows
- Security information and event management (SIEM)
- Threat intelligence integration
Incident Response Plan
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Detection:
Automated and manual threat detection
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Analysis:
Rapid incident classification and impact assessment
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Containment:
Immediate threat isolation and mitigation
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Eradication:
Complete threat removal and system hardening
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Recovery:
Secure system restoration and validation
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Lessons Learned:
Post-incident analysis and improvement
Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a security incident:
- Immediate internal escalation and response team activation
- Client notification within 24 hours of discovery
- Regulatory notification within 72 hours (GDPR compliance)
- Transparent communication throughout the incident
- Detailed post-incident reports and remediation plans
7. Employee Security
Security Training & Awareness
- Mandatory security training for all employees
- Regular phishing simulation exercises
- Security awareness updates and briefings
- Specialized training for development teams
- Annual security certification requirements
Background Checks & Clearances
- Comprehensive background verification for all staff
- Security clearances for sensitive projects
- Regular re-verification processes
- Confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements
8. Vendor & Third-Party Security
Vendor Risk Management
- Security assessments for all vendors
- Contractual security requirements
- Regular vendor security reviews
- Supply chain security monitoring
- Incident response coordination
Third-Party Integrations
- Security evaluation of all integrations
- API security and rate limiting
- Secure authentication and authorization
- Regular security updates and patches
9. Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning
- Comprehensive business continuity plans
- Regular testing and plan updates
- Alternative work arrangements
- Critical process documentation
- Stakeholder communication plans
Disaster Recovery
- Multi-region backup and replication
- Recovery Time Objective (RTO): 4 hours
- Recovery Point Objective (RPO): 1 hour
- Regular disaster recovery testing
- Automated failover capabilities
10. Audit & Compliance
Regular Audits
- Annual SOC 2 Type II audits
- Quarterly internal security assessments
- Penetration testing by certified ethical hackers
- Compliance audits for GDPR, CCPA, and other regulations
- Vulnerability assessments and remediation
Continuous Improvement
- Regular security policy reviews and updates
- Industry best practice adoption
- Security metrics and KPI tracking
- Client feedback integration
- Emerging threat response planning
12. Transparency & Reporting
We believe in transparency regarding our security practices:
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Security Reports:
Annual transparency reports on our security posture
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Incident Disclosure:
Public disclosure of significant security incidents (when appropriate)
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Compliance Status:
Current certification status and audit results
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Security Roadmap:
Planned security improvements and investments
Commitment:
Legacy Edge is committed to maintaining the highest standards of security and compliance. We continuously invest in our security infrastructure, processes, and people to protect your data and ensure the integrity of our AI solutions.
