Our Approach to Data Security
While there have always been cybersecurity and privacy concerns, the
COVID-19 pandemic has enhanced fears. With Associa, you can rest assured
that your data is in good hands—our systems and protocols satisfy even the
most security-sensitive requirements.
• Segregation of duties and administrative activity with audits and review
• Advanced firewall and intrusion protection
• External penetration testing as part of baseline security practices
• Multi-factor authentication and network segmentation at critical
integration points
• Recurring and mandatory employee-wide cybersecurity training
• Regular threat assessment and compliance reviews with
C-level leaders
How Data is Stored
Our physically secure data center hosts information within a storage
facility that complies with local ordinances concerning data protection. Our
numerous safeguards prevent unauthorized access to data—no matter
the threat.
• Layers of security with constant surveillance and
biometric access control
• Data center is housed in non-descript hardened building
• Reliable backup power sources
• Multiple communication providers
• SSAE 16 / SAS 70 Type II certified via annual audits
• Data storage with tightly controlled access permissions and
backup redundancy
Light Years Ahead: Our cybersecurity
employees hold Certified Ethical Hacker
(CEH) and Certified Information Systems
Security Professional (CISSP) credentials.
Light Years Ahead: Associa's data center
can withstand a Category 5 hurricane.
