Security & Compliance
Security & Compliance Definitions
Access Controls
Policies and technical mechanisms that restrict system access to authorized users based on role, responsibility, and necessity.
Administrative Safeguards
Organizational policies and procedures designed to manage workforce behavior, data access, and security oversight in regulated environments.
Auditability
The ability to track, review, and validate system activity, data access, and changes through logs, records, and documented controls.
Authentication
The process of verifying the identity of a user or system before granting access, typically through credentials such as passwords, tokens, or multi-factor methods.
Authorization
The determination of what actions an authenticated user or system is permitted to perform within an application or environment.
Availability
The assurance that systems, data, and services are accessible and usable when needed by authorized users.
Business Associate Agreement (BAA)
A legally binding agreement defining responsibilities and safeguards when a vendor handles protected health information on behalf of a covered entity.
Compliance Framework
A structured set of standards, controls, and best practices used to guide security and regulatory alignment, such as HIPAA or SOC 2.
Confidentiality
The principle of ensuring that sensitive data is accessible only to authorized individuals and systems.
Data Encryption
The use of cryptographic techniques to protect data from unauthorized access, both while stored and during transmission.
Data Minimization
The practice of collecting and processing only the data necessary to fulfill a defined and approved purpose.
Data Segmentation
The separation of data across systems, environments, or customers to reduce exposure and limit the impact of potential security events.
Environment Segmentation
The isolation of development, testing, and production environments to prevent unintended access or data leakage.
Governance
The structures, policies, and oversight mechanisms used to guide security, compliance, and responsible technology use.
HIPAA-Aligned Controls
Administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to support compliance with healthcare privacy and security requirements.
Incident Response
Defined procedures for identifying, investigating, and responding to security events or potential data exposure.
Least Privilege
A security principle that limits user access to only what is required to perform assigned responsibilities.
Logging and Monitoring
The continuous recording and review of system activity to detect unauthorized access, anomalies, or potential security risks.
Protected Health Information (PHI)
Individually identifiable health information that is regulated under healthcare privacy laws and requires enhanced protection.
Risk Management
The ongoing process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating security and compliance risks.
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
A method of restricting system access based on defined user roles and responsibilities.
SOC 2 Type II Readiness
Preparation for an independent third-party assessment evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of security and operational controls over time.
Technical Safeguards
Technology-based protections, such as encryption and access controls, used to secure data and systems.
Third-Party Assessment
An independent evaluation performed by an external auditor to validate security and compliance controls.
At 1520ai, security and compliance are foundational to how we design, build, and operate our technology. We develop AI systems for highly regulated healthcare environments, where trust, accountability, and data protection are essential.
This page outlines our approach to safeguarding data, supporting regulatory obligations, and maintaining responsible governance as our platform and customer base grow.
Our Security Philosophy
Security at 1520ai is not treated as a feature or a checkbox. It is an ongoing operational responsibility.
Our approach emphasizes:
Protection of sensitive healthcare information
Defense against unauthorized access and misuse
Transparency and auditability
Alignment with established healthcare and enterprise security frameworks
Security controls evolve as our platform matures and as regulatory and customer expectations change.
Healthcare Data Protection
1520ai designs its platform to support compliance with applicable healthcare privacy and security regulations, including HIPAA.
When acting as a business associate, we support Business Associate Agreements (BAAs) and implement appropriate administrative, technical, and physical safeguards. Access to protected health information is limited based on role and necessity, and activity is monitored to support accountability.
We recognize that healthcare data carries unique risk and responsibility, and we design our systems accordingly.
Security & Compliance Readiness
1520ai is actively progressing toward HIPAA-aligned controls and SOC 2 Type II readiness. Our platform is built with these frameworks in mind from inception, with formal attestations completed through independent third-party assessment as the company scales.
Privacy, security, and accountability are embedded into our architecture, workflows, and governance model rather than added after the fact.
Technical Safeguards
Our technical security measures are designed to protect data throughout its lifecycle.
These include:
Secure cloud infrastructure aligned with healthcare best practices
Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Role-based access controls and environment segmentation
Monitoring for unauthorized access and anomalous activity
Regular review of access permissions and system configurations
Security controls are reviewed and strengthened over time as part of continuous risk management.
Organizational and Operational Controls
Technology alone does not ensure security. We support our technical safeguards with operational discipline.
This includes:
Defined access policies and internal controls
Workforce confidentiality and security expectations
Controlled onboarding and offboarding procedures
Documented processes supporting accountability and auditability
Governance structures are designed to scale responsibly as the organization grows.
AI-Specific Security Considerations
Because 1520ai develops AI systems, we apply additional safeguards related to model behavior and data use.
These include:
Controlled use of training and inference data
Clear boundaries on model outputs and behavior
Isolation of customer-specific data and learning
Protections against unintended data exposure through AI outputs
AI systems are designed to support human decision-making, not to operate autonomously.
Continuous Improvement
Security and compliance are ongoing processes.
1520ai regularly evaluates:
Emerging threats and vulnerabilities
Changes in regulatory guidance
Customer feedback and risk considerations
Opportunities to strengthen controls and governance
Our goal is to build durable trust through consistent, responsible practices.
Questions
We welcome questions regarding our security and compliance approach.
For additional information, please contact:
info@1520.ai
Last updated: 2026