Cybersecurity Physical Security Integration Checklist [FREE PDF]

This physical-cyber security convergence checklist ensures organizations integrate physical and cybersecurity controls per NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001, and ASIS convergence guidelines. Chief Security Officers use this to eliminate silos between physical and cyber security teams and reduce combined risk exposure.

  • Industry: Security
  • Frequency: Annually
  • Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
  • Role: Chief Security Officer / CISO
  • Total Items: 8
  • Compliance: NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0), ISO 27001:2022 (integrated security management), ASIS/ISACA Convergence standard, NERC CIP (for utility critical infrastructure)

Physical-Cyber Integration

Assess integration between physical and cyber security controls.

  • Physical and cyber security teams share a unified reporting structure or regular joint meetings?
  • Physical access control events fed into SIEM for correlation with cyber events?
  • Badge access and VPN/network access reviewed together for anomalies?
  • Combined physical-cyber risk assessment conducted annually?

OT/ICS Physical Security

Evaluate operational technology physical security controls.

  • OT/ICS control rooms and network closets physically locked?
  • USB ports on OT/ICS systems physically blocked or disabled?
  • Physical supply chain security for hardware and firmware verified?
  • Physical-cyber convergence notes

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Why Use This Cybersecurity Physical Security Integration Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This cybersecurity physical security integration checklist [free pdf] helps security teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for chief security officer / ciso professionals, this checklist covers 8 critical inspection points across 2 sections. Recommended frequency: annually.

Ensures compliance with NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF 2.0), ISO 27001:2022 (integrated security management), ASIS/ISACA Convergence standard, NERC CIP (for utility critical infrastructure). Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Cybersecurity Physical Security Integration Checklist [FREE PDF] cover?

This checklist covers 8 inspection items across 2 sections: Physical-Cyber Integration, OT/ICS Physical Security. It is designed for security operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed annually. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.

Who should use this Cybersecurity Physical Security Integration Checklist [FREE PDF]?

This checklist is designed for Chief Security Officer / CISO professionals in the security 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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