Daily Security Quality Control Runbook
On-Premise Enterprise Infrastructure
Document Information
Version: 1.0
Last Updated: July 2025
Review Frequency: Monthly
Owner: IT Security Team
1. PRE-SHIFT CHECKLIST
System Status Overview
Check overnight alerts and notifications
Review system health dashboards
Verify backup completion status
Check patch management system status
Review security incident queue
Documentation Required
Log start time and personnel on duty
Note any outstanding issues from previous shift
Document current threat level status
2. NETWORK SECURITY CONTROLS
Firewall Management (Every 4 Hours)
Review firewall logs for anomalies
Check rule utilization and effectiveness
Verify VPN connection status and logs
Monitor bandwidth utilization for DDoS indicators
Validate firewall rule compliance
Tools: Firewall management console, SIEM dashboard
Thresholds:
Failed connection attempts: >100/hour per IP
Bandwidth spike: >80% of capacity
VPN failures: >5% of total connections
Network Monitoring
Review network traffic patterns
Check for unauthorized devices on network
Verify DNS query patterns
Monitor port scanning activities
Review wireless access point security
Documentation: Log any suspicious IPs, unusual traffic patterns, or security policy violations
3. ENDPOINT SECURITY VERIFICATION
Antivirus/Anti-malware Status
Check endpoint protection console
Review virus definition update status
Verify quarantine actions taken
Check endpoint compliance status
Review failed scans and offline systems
Patch Management
Review pending critical patches
Check patch deployment success rates
Verify system reboot requirements
Monitor patch compliance percentages
Review failed patch installations
Escalation Criteria:
Critical patches pending >7 days
Endpoint protection offline >4 hours
Malware detection on critical systems
4. ACCESS CONTROL AUDITING
User Account Management
Review new user account creations
Check disabled/terminated user accounts
Verify privileged account usage
Monitor failed login attempts
Review account lockout events
Active Directory Health
Check domain controller replication
Review Group Policy application
Verify service account status
Monitor privileged group membership changes
Check certificate authority health
Red Flags:
Multiple failed logins from same account
Privileged account usage outside business hours
Sudden permission escalations
Service account authentication failures
5. SERVER AND APPLICATION SECURITY
Critical Server Monitoring
Check Windows/Linux security event logs
Review database security logs
Monitor file integrity on critical systems
Verify backup system security
Check web application firewall logs
Application Security
Review application error logs for injection attempts
Check web server access logs
Monitor API usage patterns
Verify SSL/TLS certificate validity
Review application authentication logs
Focus Areas:
SQL injection attempts
Cross-site scripting indicators
Unusual API call patterns
Certificate expiration warnings
6. DATA PROTECTION CONTROLS
Backup Verification
Confirm backup completion status
Test backup integrity (sample verification)
Check backup storage security
Review backup retention compliance
Verify disaster recovery readiness
Data Loss Prevention
Review DLP policy violations
Check data classification compliance
Monitor file share access patterns
Verify encryption status on sensitive data
Review email security gateway logs
7. VULNERABILITY MANAGEMENT
Daily Vulnerability Checks
Review vulnerability scan results
Check for new CVE publications
Verify remediation progress
Monitor vulnerability trending
Check asset inventory accuracy
Threat Intelligence
Review threat intelligence feeds
Check for indicators of compromise (IoCs)
Monitor security advisories
Review threat landscape updates
Check for zero-day vulnerabilities
8. INCIDENT RESPONSE READINESS
Security Incident Management
Review open security incidents
Check incident response team availability
Verify escalation procedures
Test communication channels
Review incident documentation
Forensic Readiness
Check log retention compliance
Verify forensic tool availability
Review chain of custody procedures
Test evidence collection processes
Check legal hold requirements
9. COMPLIANCE AND AUDIT CONTROLS
Regulatory Compliance
Review compliance dashboard status
Check audit log integrity
Verify data retention policies
Monitor privacy controls
Review change management records
Security Metrics
Update security KPIs
Review SLA compliance
Check security training completion
Monitor policy acknowledgments
Review risk assessment status
10. DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING
Daily Report Requirements
Complete security status summary
Document all incidents and responses
Update risk register if needed
Record any policy violations
Note system configuration changes
Communication Protocol
Brief incoming shift on current status
Escalate urgent issues to management
Update stakeholders on critical findings
Submit daily security report
Archive relevant logs and evidence
ESCALATION PROCEDURES
Immediate Escalation (Within 15 Minutes)
Active security incidents
Critical system compromises
Data breach indicators
Malware on critical systems
Unauthorized administrative access
Standard Escalation (Within 2 Hours)
Policy violations
Failed security controls
Compliance issues
Vendor security notifications
Recurring security events
Contact Information
Security Operations Center: [Phone/Email]
IT Security Manager: [Phone/Email]
CISO: [Phone/Email]
Incident Response Team: [Phone/Email]
TOOLS AND RESOURCES
Required Access
SIEM console
Firewall management interface
Endpoint protection console
Active Directory admin tools
Vulnerability scanner dashboard
Backup management system
Network monitoring tools
Reference Materials
Security policies and procedures
Incident response playbooks
Vendor contact information
Compliance requirements checklist
Risk assessment documentation
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Peer Review Process
Have findings reviewed by senior analyst
Verify documentation completeness
Confirm escalation procedures followed
Check report accuracy
Validate remediation actions
Continuous Improvement
Note process improvement opportunities
Record lessons learned
Update procedures as needed
Provide feedback on tool effectiveness
Suggest training requirements
APPENDICES
Appendix A: Common Alert Codes
ALT-001: Failed authentication attempts
ALT-002: Malware detection
ALT-003: Network anomaly detected
ALT-004: Unauthorized access attempt
ALT-005: System configuration change
Appendix B: Emergency Contacts
[Maintain current contact list]
Appendix C: Compliance Checklists
[Include relevant regulatory requirements]
Appendix D: Evidence Collection Procedures
[Detailed forensic procedures]
Document Control: This runbook should be reviewed monthly and updated based on threat landscape
changes, technology updates, and lessons learned from security incidents.
