TRUST & SECURITY
At ApexStack, security is embedded into every layer of our operations, infrastructure, and engineering practices. We take a security-first approach to cloud engineering so that our clients can innovate with confidence, knowing their data, workloads, and systems are protected by rigorous, industry-leading safeguards.
Security at ApexStack is a core principle, not an afterthought. From the way we design cloud architectures to how we manage internal systems, security considerations are woven into every decision we make. Our dedicated security team works alongside engineering, operations, and leadership to ensure that protective measures evolve continuously in response to emerging threats and changing regulatory landscapes. We maintain a defense-in-depth strategy that layers multiple controls across our technology stack, our people, and our processes, ensuring that no single point of failure can compromise the integrity of the systems we build and manage for our clients.
Security Governance and Leadership. ApexStack maintains a formal security governance structure led by our Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), who reports directly to executive leadership. Our security steering committee meets regularly to review risk posture, approve policy updates, and allocate resources to address emerging threats. Security objectives are integrated into our corporate strategy, ensuring that protection of client and company data remains a top-level priority across all business units.
Security Awareness Training. Every ApexStack employee, regardless of role, completes mandatory security awareness training upon onboarding and participates in ongoing refresher programs throughout the year. Training covers topics including phishing identification, secure data handling, social engineering defense, and incident reporting procedures. We conduct regular simulated phishing exercises to test and reinforce employee vigilance.
Background Checks and Vetting. All employees and contractors undergo thorough background screening before being granted access to ApexStack systems or client environments. Screening includes identity verification, criminal background checks, and employment history validation. For personnel working with sensitive client data or regulated industries, additional vetting procedures are applied in accordance with applicable legal and contractual requirements.
Cloud Environment Hardening. All cloud environments managed by ApexStack are provisioned and configured according to industry-recognized hardening benchmarks, including CIS (Center for Internet Security) baselines for AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. We use infrastructure-as-code practices to enforce consistent, auditable configurations across every deployment, eliminating configuration drift and reducing the attack surface of production environments.
Network Segmentation and Firewalls. Our network architecture employs strict segmentation to isolate workloads, restrict lateral movement, and enforce the principle of least privilege at the network layer. Web application firewalls, network access control lists, and security groups are configured to permit only authorized traffic flows. All changes to network configurations undergo peer review and automated compliance checks before deployment.
Encryption at Rest and in Transit. ApexStack enforces encryption for all data at rest using AES-256 encryption and for all data in transit using TLS 1.3 or higher. Encryption keys are managed through dedicated key management services with strict access controls, automatic rotation policies, and comprehensive audit logging. We ensure that sensitive data is never transmitted or stored in plaintext under any circumstances.
Secure Development Lifecycle (SDLC). Security is integrated into every phase of our software development lifecycle. From threat modeling during the design phase to security-focused acceptance criteria during planning, our engineering teams build with security in mind from the very first line of code. We follow OWASP best practices and maintain secure coding guidelines that are regularly updated to reflect the latest vulnerability trends.
Code Reviews and Static Analysis. All code changes undergo mandatory peer review with explicit attention to security implications. Automated static application security testing (SAST) tools scan every code commit for known vulnerability patterns, insecure dependencies, and coding anti-patterns. Pull requests that fail security checks are blocked from merging until all identified issues are resolved.
Vulnerability Scanning and Penetration Testing. We perform continuous automated vulnerability scanning across our infrastructure and applications. In addition, independent third-party penetration tests are conducted at least annually, and more frequently for systems handling sensitive data. Findings are triaged according to severity, with critical vulnerabilities remediated within defined SLAs and tracked to closure through our security issue management process.
Data Classification and Handling. ApexStack maintains a formal data classification policy that categorizes all information assets according to sensitivity: public, internal, confidential, and restricted. Each classification level has defined handling, storage, transmission, and disposal requirements. All employees are trained on proper data handling procedures, and automated controls enforce classification-appropriate protections throughout the data lifecycle.
Access Controls. We implement role-based access control (RBAC) and enforce the principle of least privilege across all systems and environments. Access to client data and production systems is granted only to personnel with a demonstrated business need and is reviewed on a regular cadence. All access grants and revocations are logged and auditable, and dormant accounts are automatically flagged and deactivated.
Data Loss Prevention. ApexStack deploys data loss prevention (DLP) controls to monitor, detect, and prevent unauthorized transfer of sensitive information. DLP policies are enforced at the endpoint, network, and cloud service layers. Alerts are generated for anomalous data movement patterns, and automated blocking rules prevent exfiltration of classified data through unauthorized channels.
Multi-Factor Authentication. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is required for all employees and contractors accessing ApexStack systems, cloud environments, and client resources. We support hardware security keys, authenticator applications, and biometric verification methods. MFA requirements are enforced at the identity provider level, ensuring that no single-factor authentication pathway exists for any system containing sensitive data.
Single Sign-On. ApexStack uses enterprise single sign-on (SSO) to centralize authentication across internal tools and platforms. SSO integration simplifies the user experience while enabling centralized policy enforcement, session management, and real-time access revocation. All SSO-connected applications inherit our organization-wide security policies, including MFA requirements and session timeout configurations.
Privileged Access Management. Access to administrative and privileged accounts is governed by our privileged access management (PAM) program. Privileged sessions are recorded, time-limited, and subject to just-in-time provisioning. Standing administrative access is minimized, and all privilege escalations require explicit approval workflows. Privileged account activity is continuously monitored and reviewed by our security operations team.
24/7 Monitoring and Alerting. Our security operations center monitors all systems and environments around the clock, seven days a week. We leverage security information and event management (SIEM) platforms, intrusion detection systems, and behavioral analytics to identify potential threats in real time. Automated alerting ensures that our incident response team is notified immediately when anomalous activity is detected, enabling rapid investigation and containment.
Incident Response Plan and Procedures. ApexStack maintains a comprehensive incident response plan that defines roles, responsibilities, escalation paths, and step-by-step procedures for handling security events of varying severity. The plan is reviewed and updated quarterly, and full-scale tabletop exercises are conducted at least twice per year to test team readiness and identify areas for improvement. Lessons learned from each exercise and real incident are incorporated into plan revisions.
Communication Protocols. In the event of a security incident that may affect client data or services, ApexStack follows established communication protocols that prioritize timely, transparent, and accurate notification. Affected clients are informed within contractually agreed timeframes, and regular status updates are provided throughout the investigation and remediation process. Post-incident reports are shared with relevant stakeholders, detailing root cause, impact, remediation steps taken, and measures implemented to prevent recurrence.
ApexStack is committed to meeting and exceeding the security and compliance standards required by the industries we serve. Our compliance program is designed to provide clients with assurance that their data and workloads are managed in accordance with the most rigorous regulatory and industry frameworks.
SOC 2 Type II. We undergo annual SOC 2 Type II audits conducted by an independent third-party auditor. These audits evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of our controls related to security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Audit reports are available to clients and prospective clients under NDA upon request.
ISO 27001 Aligned. ApexStack's information security management system (ISMS) is aligned with ISO 27001 standards. We follow the framework's risk-based approach to identifying, assessing, and treating information security risks, and we maintain documented policies and procedures that map to ISO 27001 control objectives.
GDPR Compliant. We maintain full compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for all personal data processed on behalf of our European clients and data subjects. Our data processing agreements, privacy impact assessments, and data subject rights procedures are designed to meet GDPR requirements. We have appointed a Data Protection Officer to oversee ongoing compliance.
Industry-Specific Compliance. ApexStack supports clients operating in regulated industries with tailored compliance capabilities. For healthcare clients, we implement controls aligned with HIPAA requirements for protected health information. For financial services and payment processing clients, we maintain PCI DSS compliant practices. For public sector engagements, we work within FedRAMP-aligned environments and adhere to applicable government security standards. Our compliance team works closely with each client to understand their specific regulatory obligations and ensure that our services meet or exceed those requirements.
ApexStack maintains a formal third-party risk management program to evaluate the security posture of all vendors, subcontractors, and technology partners that interact with our systems or have access to client data. Before onboarding, every vendor undergoes a security assessment that evaluates their data handling practices, access controls, incident response capabilities, and compliance certifications. Vendors that handle sensitive or regulated data are subject to enhanced due diligence and ongoing monitoring.
We require all critical vendors to maintain contractual commitments to security standards that align with our own policies. Vendor security posture is reassessed on a regular basis, and any material changes in a vendor's security profile trigger an immediate review. Our vendor risk register is maintained by the security team and reviewed by leadership as part of our overall enterprise risk management program.
ApexStack values the security research community and encourages the responsible disclosure of potential vulnerabilities in our systems and services. If you believe you have identified a security vulnerability affecting ApexStack or any of our products, please report it to us at security@apexstacktechnologies.com.
When reporting a vulnerability, please include a detailed description of the issue, the steps required to reproduce it, and any supporting evidence such as screenshots or proof-of-concept code. We ask that researchers act in good faith, avoid accessing or modifying data that does not belong to them, and refrain from publicly disclosing the vulnerability until we have had a reasonable opportunity to investigate and remediate the issue.
Our security team will acknowledge receipt of your report within two business days and will work with you to validate and address the finding. We are committed to recognizing the contributions of researchers who help us improve our security posture.
Last updated: February 2026