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IT Security Checklist for Small Business

31 essential security controls every small business should have in place. No jargon. No fluff. Just a practical list you can hand to your IT person today.

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Password & Access Controls

  • Unique accounts for every employee (no shared logins)
  • Minimum 12-character passwords enforced
  • Multi-factor authentication on email and critical apps
  • Automatic screen lock after 5 minutes of inactivity
  • Terminated employee accounts disabled same day
  • Admin access limited to IT staff only

Email Security

  • Enterprise spam and phishing filtering enabled
  • DMARC, DKIM, and SPF records configured
  • Attachment scanning for malware
  • Encrypted email available for sensitive data
  • Monthly phishing simulation training for staff

Endpoint Protection

  • Next-gen antivirus (EDR) on every workstation and server
  • Automatic OS and application patching
  • Full-disk encryption on all devices (BitLocker/FileVault)
  • USB device restrictions or monitoring
  • Web filtering to block malicious sites

Backup & Recovery

  • Automated daily backups (minimum)
  • 3-2-1 backup strategy (3 copies, 2 media types, 1 offsite)
  • Backup restore tested quarterly
  • Immutable backups resistant to ransomware
  • Documented disaster recovery plan with RTOs

Network Security

  • Business-grade firewall with intrusion prevention
  • Separate guest WiFi isolated from business network
  • WPA3 or WPA2-Enterprise wireless encryption
  • VPN required for all remote access
  • Network segmentation for critical systems

Employee Training & Policies

  • Security awareness training for all employees
  • Written acceptable use policy
  • Incident response plan documented
  • Data classification and handling procedures
  • Annual security review with IT provider

Why This Matters

43%

of cyberattacks target small businesses

60%

of breached SMBs close within 6 months

$1.85M

average cost of a ransomware attack

Most small businesses don't have a security team. This checklist gives you a starting point to identify gaps and take action before an incident happens.

Need Help Checking These Boxes?

If your checklist has more unchecked boxes than checked ones, we can help. Triangle Tech provides all 31 security controls as part of our managed IT plans starting at $150/user/month.

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