Mobile Device Management (MDM) Compliance and Audit Checklist

This mobile device management compliance audit checklist ensures alignment with NIST SP 800-124 Rev 2 Guidelines for Managing Mobile Device Security, CIS Apple iOS and Android Benchmarks, SOC 2 CC6.6 Logical Access from Mobile Devices, and HIPAA 45 CFR 164.312(a)(2)(iii) Automatic Logoff for mobile health devices. Designed for IT security and endpoint management teams.

  • Industry: Telecommunications & IT
  • Frequency: Quarterly
  • Estimated Time: 30-40 minutes
  • Role: IT Security Engineer / Endpoint Manager / MDM Administrator
  • Total Items: 13
  • Compliance: NIST SP 800-124 Rev 2 Mobile Device Security Guidelines, CIS Apple iOS Benchmark v8.0, CIS Android Benchmark v2.0, SOC 2 Type II CC6.6 Mobile Access Controls, HIPAA 45 CFR 164.312 Mobile Device Requirements

MDM Enrollment Coverage

Enrollment completeness for corporate-owned and BYOD devices.

  • Corporate-owned mobile device MDM enrollment rate (%)
  • BYOD devices enrolled with work profile containerization?
  • Conditional Access blocking corporate email/apps on unmanaged devices?
  • Zero-touch enrollment (DEP/ABM or Android Zero Touch) configured for new devices?

Device Compliance Policies

OS version, PIN, encryption, and jailbreak compliance.

  • Minimum OS version compliance policy active and blocking non-compliant devices?
  • PIN/passcode complexity required (minimum 6 digits)?
  • Device encryption compliance verified for all managed devices?
  • Jailbreak/root detection policy active and blocking compromised devices?
  • Auto-lock set to maximum 5 minutes (HIPAA/CIS requirement)?

Remote Management and BYOD

Remote wipe capability and BYOD data separation.

  • Remote wipe capability tested and confirmed functional in last 12 months?
  • Selective wipe (work profile only) available for BYOD departures?
  • Mobile Application Management (MAM) policies protecting corporate data in approved apps?
  • MDM Compliance Audit Notes

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Why Use This Mobile Device Management (MDM) Compliance and Audit Checklist?

This mobile device management (mdm) compliance and audit checklist helps telecommunications & it teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for it security engineer / endpoint manager / mdm administrator professionals, this checklist covers 13 critical inspection points across 3 sections. Recommended frequency: quarterly.

Ensures compliance with NIST SP 800-124 Rev 2 Mobile Device Security Guidelines, CIS Apple iOS Benchmark v8.0, CIS Android Benchmark v2.0, SOC 2 Type II CC6.6 Mobile Access Controls, HIPAA 45 CFR 164.312 Mobile Device Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Mobile Device Management (MDM) Compliance and Audit Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 13 inspection items across 3 sections: MDM Enrollment Coverage, Device Compliance Policies, Remote Management and BYOD. It is designed for telecommunications & it operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed quarterly. Each completion takes approximately 30-40 minutes.

Who should use this Mobile Device Management (MDM) Compliance and Audit Checklist?

This checklist is designed for IT Security Engineer / Endpoint Manager / MDM Administrator professionals in the telecommunications & it industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Can I download this checklist as a PDF?

Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.

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