# Policy

Creating a set of cybersecurity policies can be a daunting task. Policies help set a baseline, provide technical and behavioral guidance, and define technical measures. They may also be dependent on different laws, regulations, or compliance frameworks.&#x20;

Where do you even begin? The resources below are great starting points, but not an end-all. Remember that cybersecurity policies must be specifically tailored to the organization.

* [SANS](https://www.sans.org/information-security-policy/)
* [CIS Center for Internet Security](https://www.cisecurity.org/-/jssmedia/Project/cisecurity/cisecurity/data/media/files/uploads/2021/11/NIST-Cybersecurity-Framework-Policy-Template-Guide-v2111Online.pdf)
* [PurpleSec](https://purplesec.us/resources/cyber-security-policy-templates/#Acceptable)
* [Virginia IT Agency](https://www.vita.virginia.gov/policy--governance/policies-standards--guidelines/it-security-policy--procedure-templates/)
* [Schneider Downs](https://www.schneiderdowns.com/cybersecurity/infosec-policy-templates)
* [FRSecure](https://frsecure.com/acceptable-use-policy-template/)
* <https://cyberpolicies.io/>
