Managing your data is at the heart of what Birst does. For this reason, ensuring that your data is transferred and stored securely is a top priority. To accomplish this, we have implemented a broad array of state-of-the-art security measures including:
SAS 70 Type II- Processes and safeguards designed to protect your data in accordance with SAS No. 70 ("SAS 70 Audit")
- Birst uses the leading hosting provider, Rackspace, for its data center, please see www.rackspace.com for additional information
Data Encryption
- VeriSign SSL Certificate encryption of sensitive information during all online operations including data transfers
- PCI-compliant credit card processing
User Authentication
- Access only with a registered email address and password combination
- Passwords are stored only in a hashed form – they cannot be recovered, only reset
Physical Security
- Data center access is limited to data center technicians
- Biometric scanning for controlled data center access
- Security camera monitoring at all data center locations
- 24/7 onsite staff provides additional protection against unauthorized entry
- Physical security audited by an independent firm
System Security
- System installation using hardened, up-to-date OS with security patches installed
- Redundant firewalls to help block unauthorized system access
- Data protection with managed backup solutions
- Network-based intrusion detection systems (IDS)
- Continuous risk assessment and security consultation by security professionals
Operational Security
- All employees trained on documented security and privacy procedures
- Access restricted to authorized personnel only, according to documented processes
- Systems access logged and tracked for auditing purposes
- Documented change-management procedures
- Independently audited disaster recovery and business continuity plans for data center
Database Security
- Access to database is limited to authorized hosts and personnel only
Application Security
- Applications developed in alignment with security protocols
- Continuous review and testing of application security
Birst has passed the rigorous security audits of leading financial services companies and corporations in the Fortune 500. If you would like more detailed information, please read our Security Whitepaper or Contact Us with additional questions.
