Security

Last Updated: October 21, 2025

At OSEM Dynamics, security is not an afterthought—it's foundational to everything we build. As a company specializing in AI-powered automation and custom application development, we understand the critical importance of protecting your data, maintaining system integrity, and ensuring business continuity.

Infrastructure Security

Cloud Infrastructure

OSEM Dynamics leverages world-class cloud infrastructure from industry leaders:

• Amazon Web Services (AWS): SOC 1/2/3, ISO 27001, PCI DSS Level 1, and HIPAA compliant infrastructure
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP): ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2/3, and PCI DSS certified data centers
• Multi-Region Redundancy: Data replication across geographically distributed data centers for high availability
• 99.9% Uptime SLA: Enterprise-grade availability backed by our cloud providers' infrastructure

Network Security

• Virtual Private Cloud (VPC): Isolated network environments with strict access controls
• Web Application Firewall (WAF): Protection against common web exploits and attacks (OWASP Top 10)
• DDoS Protection: Automated mitigation of distributed denial-of-service attacks
• Intrusion Detection & Prevention: Real-time monitoring and automated response to suspicious activity
• Network Segmentation: Logical separation of production, staging, and development environments

Infrastructure Monitoring

• 24/7 automated monitoring of system health and security events
• Real-time alerting for anomalous behavior or security incidents
• Comprehensive logging of all system access and activities
• Regular infrastructure security audits and penetration testing

Data Security

Encryption

We implement encryption at every layer to protect your data:

• Data in Transit: All data transmitted to and from our services is encrypted using TLS 1.3 (Transport Layer Security) with strong cipher suites (AES-256-GCM)
• Data at Rest: All stored data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption, the same standard used by financial institutions and government agencies
• Database Encryption: Full database encryption with automated key rotation
• Backup Encryption: All backup data is encrypted with separate encryption keys
• End-to-End Encryption: Available for sensitive communications and file transfers upon request

Key Management

• Industry-standard key management using AWS KMS and Google Cloud KMS
• Automated key rotation on a regular schedule
• Hardware Security Modules (HSM) for cryptographic operations
• Separation of encryption keys from encrypted data

Data Protection

• Data Isolation: Customer data is logically isolated in multi-tenant environments
• Data Minimization: We collect only the data necessary to provide our services
• Secure Data Deletion: Cryptographic erasure and multi-pass deletion for decommissioned data
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Automated detection and prevention of unauthorized data exfiltration
• Regular Backups: Automated daily backups with 30-day retention and point-in-time recovery

Application Security

Secure Development Lifecycle

Security is integrated into every phase of our development process:

• Security by Design: Security requirements defined during initial architecture phase
• Secure Coding Standards: Adherence to OWASP secure coding practices
• Code Reviews: All code undergoes peer review with security focus
• Static Application Security Testing (SAST): Automated scanning of source code for vulnerabilities
• Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST): Runtime testing of applications for security flaws
• Dependency Scanning: Continuous monitoring of third-party libraries for known vulnerabilities
• Security Testing: Comprehensive security testing before production deployment

Application Hardening

• Protection against injection attacks (SQL, NoSQL, command injection)
• Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) prevention
• Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) protection
• Rate limiting and throttling to prevent abuse
• Input validation and sanitization
• Secure session management
• HTTP security headers (CSP, HSTS, X-Frame-Options, etc.)

AI/ML Security

Special considerations for our AI-powered applications:

• Model Security: Protection of AI models against theft and unauthorized access
• Data Privacy in Training: Anonymization and aggregation of training data
• Adversarial Defense: Protection against adversarial attacks on AI systems
• Model Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for model drift and anomalous predictions
• Explainability: Audit trails for AI-driven decisions and recommendations

Access Control & Authentication

Identity & Access Management

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Required for all administrative access
• Single Sign-On (SSO): SAML 2.0 and OAuth 2.0 support for enterprise integrations
• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Granular permissions based on job function
• Principle of Least Privilege: Users granted minimum permissions necessary
• Just-in-Time (JIT) Access: Temporary elevated permissions with automatic expiration
• Access Reviews: Quarterly reviews of user permissions and access rights

Password Security

• Industry-standard password hashing using bcrypt with high work factors
• Password complexity requirements enforced
• Protection against credential stuffing and brute force attacks
• Secure password reset mechanisms with time-limited tokens
• Detection and notification of compromised credentials

API Security

• API authentication using OAuth 2.0 and JWT tokens
• API rate limiting per client/user
• Request validation and sanitization
• Comprehensive API logging and monitoring
• Version control and backward compatibility

Operational Security

Employee Security

• Background Checks: All employees undergo background verification
• Security Training: Mandatory security awareness training for all staff
• Specialized Training: Role-specific security training for engineers and operations staff
• Confidentiality Agreements: All employees sign comprehensive NDAs
• Access Termination: Immediate revocation of access upon employment termination

Vendor Management

• Security assessment of all third-party vendors
• Data Processing Agreements (DPA) with all service providers
• Regular vendor security audits
• Limited data sharing based on necessity
• Contractual security and privacy obligations

Physical Security

• Data centers with 24/7 physical security and monitoring
• Biometric access controls
• Video surveillance and access logging
• Environmental controls (fire suppression, climate control)
• Secure hardware disposal procedures

Incident Response & Business Continuity

Incident Response

We maintain a comprehensive incident response plan:

• 24/7 Security Operations: Round-the-clock monitoring and response capability
• Incident Response Team: Dedicated team with defined roles and responsibilities
• Response Procedures: Documented procedures for various incident scenarios
• Communication Plan: Clear escalation and notification procedures
• Post-Incident Review: Analysis and lessons learned after every incident
• Customer Notification: Transparent communication regarding security incidents that affect customers

Business Continuity

• Disaster Recovery Plan: Comprehensive plan tested regularly
• Recovery Time Objective (RTO): Target of 4 hours for critical systems
• Recovery Point Objective (RPO): Maximum data loss of 1 hour
• Automated Failover: Geographic redundancy with automatic failover capabilities
• Regular DR Testing: Quarterly disaster recovery drills
• Backup Verification: Regular testing of backup restoration procedures

Compliance & Certifications

Regulatory Compliance

OSEM Dynamics is committed to meeting the highest industry standards:

• GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): Full compliance for European customer data
• CCPA/CPRA (California Consumer Privacy Act): Compliance with California privacy laws
• SOC 2 Type II: Currently pursuing certification (available upon request)
• ISO 27001: Information security management system aligned with international standards
• HIPAA: Available for healthcare clients requiring Protected Health Information (PHI) handling

Security Audits

• Annual third-party penetration testing by certified security firms
• Quarterly vulnerability assessments
• Continuous automated security scanning
• Regular compliance audits
• Independent security reviews of critical systems

Industry Standards

We follow recognized security frameworks and best practices:

• NIST Cybersecurity Framework
• CIS Critical Security Controls
• OWASP Top 10 and OWASP ASVS
• Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) guidelines
• SANS security best practices

Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability Disclosure Program

We welcome responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities:

• Responsible Disclosure Policy: Guidelines for reporting security issues
• Bug Bounty Program: Rewards for valid security findings
• Coordinated Disclosure: Working with researchers to address issues before public disclosure
• Response SLA: Initial response within 24 hours, remediation based on severity

Patch Management

• Critical security patches applied within 24-48 hours
• Regular system updates on a monthly cycle
• Emergency patches for zero-day vulnerabilities
• Testing and validation before production deployment
• Automated patch deployment where possible

Privacy & Data Governance

Data Handling Principles

• Data Ownership: You own your data—we are merely custodians
• Data Portability: Export your data in standard formats at any time
• Data Deletion: Complete data removal upon request (subject to legal requirements)
• No Data Selling: We never sell customer data to third parties
• Limited Processing: Data used only for agreed-upon purposes

Privacy Controls

• Data Processing Agreements (DPA) available for all customers
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCC) for international transfers
• Privacy impact assessments for new features
• User consent management and preferences
• Data anonymization and pseudonymization where appropriate

Customer Security Responsibilities

Shared Responsibility Model

While we provide robust security measures, security is a shared responsibility. We recommend customers:

• Enable MFA: Always use multi-factor authentication
• Strong Passwords: Use unique, complex passwords for your accounts
• Access Management: Regularly review and revoke unnecessary user access
• Security Training: Train your team on security best practices
• Incident Reporting: Report suspicious activity immediately
• Data Classification: Properly classify and handle sensitive data

Security Resources

Documentation & Support

• Security Documentation: Detailed security guides available in our knowledge base
• Best Practices: Recommendations for secure usage of our services
• Integration Security: Guidelines for secure API and third-party integrations
• Security Support: Dedicated security team for customer inquiries

Security Updates

• Security advisories published for relevant vulnerabilities
• Maintenance notifications provided in advance
• Status page for real-time system status: status.osemdynamics.com
• Subscribe to security announcements via email

Contact Our Security Team

For security inquiries, concerns, or to report a vulnerability:

Continuous Improvement

Security is an ongoing journey, not a destination. We continuously invest in:

• Emerging security technologies and best practices
• Advanced threat intelligence and monitoring
• Security research and development
• Industry collaboration and information sharing
• Regular training and certification for our security team

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This Security page is regularly updated to reflect our current practices and capabilities. For the most recent information or specific security inquiries, please contact our security team.