Security Overview
MachineMetrics is built for enterprise manufacturers in regulated industries including Aerospace, Defense, and MedTech. Our platform delivers secure, reliable, and auditable functionality designed to meet the operational and compliance needs of enterprise IT and compliance professionals.
Platform Security Summary
| Area | Standard |
|---|---|
| Certification | ISO 27001 |
| Infrastructure | AWS (Standard) / AWS GovCloud (Government) |
| Encryption | AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit |
| Uptime SLA | 99.9% |
| Authentication | SSO (OIDC), MFA |
| Compliance | CMMC Level 2, ITAR, 21 CFR Part 11 |
ISO 27001 Certification
MachineMetrics is ISO 27001 certified, demonstrating our commitment to information security management. This certification includes:
- Annual third-party penetration testing
- Continuous internal security audits
- Formal Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Controlled access to sensitive data
- Threat modeling and mitigation procedures
- Secure development lifecycle (SDLC) practices
Compliance Frameworks
CMMC & ITAR (Defense)
MachineMetrics supports deployment in AWS GovCloud for defense contractors and government agencies:
- Aligned with CMMC Level 2 requirements
- Designed for ITAR compliance
- Isolated infrastructure with enhanced access controls
- Validated environments for labor tracking and digital signatures
21 CFR Part 11 (FDA/MedTech)
For FDA-regulated environments, MachineMetrics supports electronic records and signatures requirements:
- Dual authentication with SSO and secure PIN verification
- Audit logging of all data interactions (timestamp, user ID, event intent)
- Role-based access controls with read-only restrictions on validated data
- Separation of system-of-record responsibility to ERP
- Detailed validation logs and error traceability
GDPR
MachineMetrics complies with GDPR requirements for data protection:
- Customer data ownership
- Right to data portability
- Transparent sub-processor disclosure
- Data processing agreements available
Data Encryption
In Transit
- All communication uses TLS 1.2 or higher
- HTTPS only — no plaintext connections
- Certificate pinning for Edge devices
At Rest
- AES-256 encryption for stored data
- Encrypted database backups
- Secure key management through AWS KMS
Authentication & Access Control
Single Sign-On (SSO)
MachineMetrics integrates with enterprise identity providers using OIDC (OpenID Connect):
- Enforce corporate password policies
- Centralized user provisioning and deprovisioning
- Session management aligned with corporate security standards
Supported identity providers include:
- Okta
- Azure Active Directory
- Google Workspace
- OneLogin
- Any OIDC-compliant IdP
Role-Based Access Control
User permissions are managed through defined roles:
| Role | Access Level |
|---|---|
| Executive | Full system access and configuration |
| Manager | Production data, reports, most settings |
| IT Admin | All Manager permissions + SSO, ERP config |
| Supervisor | Reports and dashboards, limited settings |
| Kiosk | Dashboard display only (read-only) |
Multi-Factor Authentication
- Available for all user accounts
- Required for administrative access to infrastructure
- Supported through SSO provider integration
Cloud Infrastructure Security
MachineMetrics is hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS) in a Virtual Private Cloud (VPC):
- Resources compartmentalized into public and private subnets
- Credential-controlled access with least privilege
- API access controlled by short-lived authentication tokens
- Passwords hashed (never stored in cleartext)
- Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Standard Environment
- Multi-region AWS deployment
- Automatic failover and redundancy
- 99.9% uptime SLA
GovCloud Environment
- Isolated AWS GovCloud infrastructure
- US-only data residency
- Enhanced access controls for cleared personnel
Security Program Practices
MachineMetrics maintains comprehensive security policies including:
| Policy Area | Description |
|---|---|
| Backup | Automated backup procedures to prevent data loss |
| Encryption | Standards for data protection at rest and in transit |
| Change Management | Controlled process for system and product changes |
| Vulnerability Management | Regular scanning, penetration testing, patching |
| Access Control | Principles for controlling system access |
| Authentication | Password and account security requirements |
| Incident Response | Procedures for security incident handling |
| Business Continuity | Disaster recovery and operational resilience |
| Risk Management | Ongoing risk assessment and mitigation |
| Training | Security awareness for all employees |
Continuous Security Monitoring
MachineMetrics maintains a proactive security posture:
- Regular internal and third-party security reviews
- Formal incident response and disaster recovery plans
- Continuous improvement based on threat intelligence
- 24/7 infrastructure monitoring
- Automated security alerting
Reporting Security Vulnerabilities
If you identify a security vulnerability, please report it to our security team:
Email: security@machinemetrics.com
Include:
- Detailed description of the vulnerability
- Steps to reproduce (if applicable)
- Any relevant screenshots or logs
We appreciate responsible disclosure and will respond promptly to all reports.
Documentation & Audits
For enterprise IT audits, validation packages, or compliance documentation, contact:
- Your Solution Delivery Manager (SDM)
- Email: support@machinemetrics.com
Available documentation includes:
- ISO 27001 certificate
- SOC 2 Type II report (upon request)
- Penetration test summary
- Data Processing Agreement (DPA)
- Sub-processor list
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