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ILDC Audit Services for Defence Sector in India

ISECURION delivers Ministry of Defence (MoD) compliant ILDC cybersecurity audits for Category A, B & C defence contractors. Our defence-grade audits help organizations protect sensitive information, prevent cyber espionage and demonstrate compliance during MoD reviews and empanelment.

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MoD-Compliant ILDC Cybersecurity Audits

The Indigenous, Licensed & Defence Contractors (ILDC) framework issued by the Ministry of Defence defines mandatory cybersecurity, information security and risk management controls for organizations involved in defence manufacturing, R&D, engineering, software development and service delivery.

ISECURION combines cybersecurity expertise, regulatory alignment and defence-aware risk assessment to help organizations achieve and sustain ILDC compliance.

Defence OEMs & Prime Contractors
DPSUs & Government Defence Units
Private Defence Manufacturers
Defence MSMEs & Startups
R&D Labs & Design Houses
IT, OT & Software Vendors to Defence
ILDC Categories

Category A, B & C Coverage

Category A

Organizations handling classified, mission-critical or highly sensitive defence information.

Category B

Organizations handling sensitive but controlled defence data.

Category C

Vendors with limited or indirect exposure to defence information.

Why Incident Response Is Critical for ILDC

Defence organizations are high-value targets for APTs and nation-state actors. ILDC mandates not only preventive controls but also robust incident detection, response, escalation and recovery capabilities aligned with MoD and CERT-In directives.

Scope of Work

ILDC Audit Coverage - Category A, B & C

Comprehensive, defence-grade cybersecurity audit aligned with Ministry of Defence (MoD) ILDC requirements for organizations handling defence information.

Cybersecurity Governance & Risk Management
  • Information security governance structure
  • Defence-specific cybersecurity policies & procedures
  • Asset identification, ownership & classification
  • Risk assessment aligned with ILDC category
  • Management oversight & accountability
Identity, Access & Privileged Account Management
  • User access provisioning & de-provisioning
  • Role-based access aligned to defence data sensitivity
  • Privileged account control & monitoring
  • Strong authentication mechanisms
  • Periodic access review & validation
Network & Infrastructure Security
  • Secure network architecture review
  • Segmentation of defence & non-defence networks
  • Firewall, IDS/IPS & secure gateway controls
  • Remote access & VPN security
  • Network monitoring & logging
Endpoint & Server Security
  • Secure configuration & system hardening
  • Patch & vulnerability management
  • Anti-malware & EDR deployment
  • Secure handling of removable media
  • Server access control & monitoring
Application & Software Security
  • Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
  • Source code protection & repository access
  • Application vulnerability assessment
  • Secure deployment & change management
  • Protection of defence-related applications
Data Protection & Cryptographic Controls
  • Defence data classification & handling
  • Encryption at rest and in transit
  • Secure backup & recovery mechanisms
  • Data retention & secure disposal
  • Protection of sensitive & classified data
Incident Response, Logging & Monitoring
  • Centralized logging & SIEM monitoring
  • Incident detection & response procedures
  • Escalation & reporting mechanisms
  • Forensic readiness
  • Alignment with MoD & CERT-In directives
Third-Party & Supply Chain Security
  • Vendor & subcontractor risk assessment
  • Secure data sharing agreements
  • Monitoring of defence supply chain partners
  • Third-party access control
Physical & Environmental Security
  • Secure facilities & restricted access zones
  • Visitor management & surveillance
  • Physical protection of defence assets
  • Environmental safeguards
Category-Wise ILDC Compliance Mapping
  • Category A: Comprehensive, continuous security controls & monitoring
  • Category B: Strong preventive, detective & response controls
  • Category C: Baseline cybersecurity hygiene & access safeguards
Methodology

Defence-Aligned ILDC Audit Approach

ISECURION follows a structured, defence-aware methodology aligned with Ministry of Defence (MoD) ILDC requirements.

Scoping & Category Confirmation

Define audit scope and confirm ILDC Category A, B, or C based on defence data sensitivity.

Control Mapping to MoD ILDC

Map organizational controls against MoD-mandated ILDC cybersecurity requirements.

Policy, Process & Technical Assessment

Assess governance policies, operational processes, and technical security controls.

Evidence Collection & Validation

Review and validate policies, configurations, logs, and operational evidence.

Gap Analysis & Risk Prioritization

Identify control gaps, assess risk impact, and prioritize remediation areas.

Actionable Remediation Recommendations

Provide practical, defence-ready remediation guidance aligned with ILDC expectations.

Final Audit Reporting & Management Briefing

Deliver final audit report with executive briefing for leadership and compliance stakeholders.

Deliverables

Comprehensive ILDC Audit Outputs

ILDC Audit Report

Category-specific audit report aligned with MoD ILDC controls.

Control Compliance Matrix

Mapping of ILDC requirements to implemented controls.

Risk Register & Gap Analysis

Detailed gap identification with risk severity assessment.

Evidence Validation Summary

Validated audit evidence reviewed during assessment.

Prioritized Remediation Roadmap

Action-oriented remediation plan with priorities.

Executive Summary for Leadership

High-level compliance and risk overview for management.

Audit Clarification Support

Support during MoD reviews, inspections, or audit clarifications.

Why ISECURION

What Sets ISECURION Apart

Defence & Government Audit Expertise

Category-Specific ILDC Audit Capability

Cybersecurity, Compliance & Risk Consulting

Incident Response & Forensic Readiness

Confidential, Defence-Grade Audit Processes

Trusted Partner

Why ISECURION for ILDC Audits

Strong understanding of MoD cybersecurity guidelines and ILDC compliance expectations
Auditors experienced in defence and critical infrastructure environments
Practical, implementation-focused audit recommendations aligned to real operations
End-to-end support covering readiness, audit execution, and remediation guidance
Trusted partner for sensitive and classified defence engagements
Security Focus

Key Security Areas We Strengthen

Defence Information Security

Secure Network Architecture

Identity & Privileged Access

Incident Response & Resilience

Supply Chain Security

Secure Software Development

Monitoring & Threat Detection

Governance, Risk & Compliance

FAQs

ILDC Audit Services - Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ILDC audits, MoD requirements, and defence-sector compliance.

An ILDC audit evaluates an organization’s cybersecurity posture against Ministry of Defence (MoD) mandated ILDC requirements to ensure protection of sensitive and classified defence information.

Organizations involved in defence manufacturing, engineering, software development, R&D, and those supporting defence programs and supply chains are required to undergo ILDC audits.

ILDC Categories A, B, and C define the level of defence data sensitivity handled by an organization and the corresponding cybersecurity controls required.

Yes. ILDC compliance is mandatory for most defence vendors, contractors, and organizations handling defence-related information.

Yes. An organization may fall under multiple ILDC categories depending on the type and sensitivity of defence data handled across projects.

An ILDC audit typically takes between 2 to 6 weeks, depending on organization size, audit scope, and ILDC category.

Yes. ISECURION provides ILDC readiness assessments to help organizations prepare before formal audits.

Yes. Incident detection, response, escalation, and reporting are mandatory requirements under ILDC.

ISO 27001 supports ILDC compliance by strengthening information security controls, but it does not replace ILDC requirements.

No. Audits are planned carefully to minimize disruption to business and defence operations.

Yes. Third-party and supply chain security assessments are a core part of ILDC audits.

Yes. We provide audit clarification and support during MoD reviews and authority inspections.

Technical testing is included where applicable, based on ILDC category and audit scope.

Yes. We provide prioritized, practical remediation guidance to help achieve and sustain ILDC compliance.

ISECURION combines defence-aware expertise, compliance-driven audits, and strong technical cybersecurity capabilities to deliver trusted, MoD-aligned ILDC audit services.

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