Physical Security Assessments - Protect Your Facilities and Assets

Physical Security Assessments

Protect Your Physical Assets and Facilities

While cyber threats dominate headlines, physical security remains critical for protecting people, assets, and information. Our physical security assessments help you identify vulnerabilities in your facilities and develop practical strategies to enhance protection.

Why Physical Security Matters

Data Protection - Physical access to systems can bypass all cyber controls.

Asset Protection - Prevent theft or damage to valuable equipment and property.

Personnel Safety - Ensure safe work environments for employees.

Compliance - Meet regulatory requirements (HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001).

Business Continuity - Protect facilities from disruption or damage.

Insider Threat - Limit unauthorized physical access by employees and contractors.

What We Assess

Perimeter Security

Fencing and barriers
Lighting adequacy
Landscaping and sight lines
Parking and vehicle access
Perimeter monitoring
Entry and exit points
Loading dock security

Access Control Systems

Badge/card access systems
Biometric controls
Visitor management
Tailgating prevention
Access logs and monitoring
After-hours access
Emergency egress
Access rights management

Surveillance and Monitoring

Camera coverage and blind spots
Recording quality and retention
Live monitoring capabilities
Integration with other systems
Camera placement and angles
Lighting for surveillance
Video analytics

Data Center & Server Room Security

Physical access controls
Environmental controls
Fire suppression
Power backup
Equipment cages/racks
Cable security
Asset inventory
Media handling and disposal

Facilities and Buildings

Reception and lobby security
Secure areas and zones
Internal access controls
Window and door security
Roof and utility access
Signage and wayfinding
Evacuation routes

Physical Asset Protection

IT equipment security
Mobile device controls
Laptop and device tracking
Cable locks and anchors
Secure storage
Clean desk policies
Equipment disposal

Document and Media Security

Secure document storage
Shredding and destruction
Media handling procedures
Archive security
Printer and copier security
Mail and package handling

Employee and Visitor Management

Identification requirements
Visitor check-in/escort
Contractor management
Background checks
Termination procedures
Security awareness

Our Assessment Methodology

1. Planning and Scoping

Define assessment objectives
Identify facilities and areas
Review existing documentation
Schedule facility walkthroughs
Identify stakeholders

2. Information Gathering

Review security policies
Interview security personnel
Examine access logs
Review incident history
Collect building plans
Document current controls

3. Physical Inspection

Facility walkthroughs
Control testing
Vulnerability identification
Photography and documentation
Access attempt testing (with permission)
Security posture observation

4. Technical Testing

Access control system review
Surveillance system evaluation
Alarm system testing
Environmental controls
Power and redundancy
Integration testing

5. Analysis and Reporting

Identify vulnerabilities
Assess threat likelihood
Evaluate control effectiveness
Prioritize findings
Develop recommendations
Cost-benefit analysis

Common Vulnerabilities

Access Control Weaknesses

Tailgating and piggybacking
Shared credentials
Inadequate visitor controls
Unsecured doors and windows
Inactive access reviews
No after-hours controls

Surveillance Gaps

Blind spots and poor coverage
Low quality or outdated cameras
Insufficient recording retention
No live monitoring
Poorly lit areas
Camera sabotage vulnerability

Physical Barriers

Inadequate perimeter fencing
Easy-to-climb walls
Unsecured roof access
Weak doors and locks
Poor door frame security
Inadequate barriers

Environmental

Insufficient fire suppression
Poor HVAC controls
Water damage risks
Inadequate power backup
No environmental monitoring
Pest control issues

Procedural

No clean desk policy
Weak visitor procedures
Poor key management
No security awareness
Inadequate incident response
No termination procedures

Deliverables

Physical Security Assessment Report

Executive summary
Assessment methodology
Facility overview
Detailed findings by category
Risk ratings
Photographic evidence
Recommendations

Risk Matrix

Vulnerabilities by severity
Likelihood and impact
Prioritized remediation
Quick wins identification

Improvement Roadmap

Phased implementation plan
Cost estimates
Resource requirements
Timeline recommendations
Vendor suggestions

Policy and Procedure Recommendations

Physical security policy
Access control procedures
Visitor management
Incident response
Equipment handling

Compliance Frameworks

Our assessments address physical security requirements in:

ISO 27001 - Physical and environmental security controls.

SOC 2 - Physical access controls and monitoring.

HIPAA - Physical safeguards for protected health information.

PCI DSS - Physical security requirements for cardholder data.

NIST 800-53 - Physical and environmental protection controls.

CMMC - Physical protection of controlled unclassified information.

Integration with Cybersecurity

Physical and cyber security must work together:

Physical Access = Data Access - Physical access to systems bypasses digital controls.

Device Security - Protect endpoints from physical theft or tampering.

Social Engineering - Physical security helps prevent unauthorized access via deception.

Insider Threats - Physical controls limit what insiders can access.

Evidence Preservation - Physical security protects forensic evidence.

Benefits

Risk Reduction - Identify and address physical vulnerabilities.

Compliance - Meet regulatory physical security requirements.

Cost Optimization - Right-size physical security investments.

Incident Prevention - Catch issues before they lead to theft or breaches.

Insurance - Potentially reduce insurance premiums.

Peace of Mind - Confidence in facility and asset protection.

Who Needs Physical Security Assessments?

All Organizations - Every business has physical assets to protect.

Data Centers - Critical for protecting infrastructure.

Healthcare Facilities - HIPAA physical safeguards.

Financial Institutions - Protect sensitive data and assets.

Retail - Loss prevention and PCI DSS compliance.

Manufacturing - Protect intellectual property and operations.

Remote/Branch Offices - Often overlooked security gaps.

Frequency

Initial Assessment - Baseline security posture.

Annual Review - Regular reassessment.

After Incidents - Following security events.

Facility Changes - New locations or renovations.

Pre-Audit - Before compliance audits.

Secure Your Physical Environment

Cyber security is only as strong as your physical security. Identify and address vulnerabilities in your facilities.