Remote Work Security Guide — VPN, device management, data protection. Secure your distributed team.
REMOTE WORK
SECURITY
Safe Work From Home
Secure remote work — VPN requirements, device management, data protection, incident response. Guide for distributed teams.
Remote Work Security Controls
VPN & Network
- Always use VPN for work
- Never use public WiFi for sensitive data
- Ensure home WiFi is encrypted
- Multi-factor authentication required
Device Management
- Lock device when leaving desk
- Use antivirus on all devices
- Keep OS and software updated
- Encrypt hard drives
Password & Access
- Unique password per service
- Password manager recommended
- MFA on all accounts
- No password sharing
Data Protection
- Don't download sensitive data locally
- Use OneDrive/SharePoint instead
- No personal cloud storage for work
- Encrypt portable devices
Awareness
- Recognize phishing emails
- Report suspicious activity
- No public discussions of work
- Shred physical documents
Incident Response
- Know who to contact if compromised
- Report breaches immediately
- Change passwords if suspected
- Document incident details
Technology & Tools
VPN (Virtual Private Network)
Encrypt all network traffic from remote location
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Prevent unauthorized access even if password compromised
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Manage and secure company-issued devices
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
Detect and prevent threats on laptops/desktops
Cloud Storage (OneDrive/SharePoint)
Secure centralized file storage instead of local
Password Manager
Securely store and manage unique passwords
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