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HR SECURITY SERVICES AGREEMENT

This HR Security Services Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Client Name: and Service Provider Name: with an Effective Date of .

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Client requires security and personnel screening services in connection with its workforce and facilities; and WHEREAS, Provider is engaged in the business of supplying security personnel, background screening, and related HR security services and represents that it has the expertise, personnel, and licenses necessary to perform such services.

KEY CONTACTS

SCOPE OF SERVICES

Provider shall furnish the services described below (collectively, "Services") in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. Services include, but are not limited to, provision of security personnel, background screening of personnel, identity verification, credentialing, access control support, incident reporting, and periodic training as requested by Client.

ASSIGNED PERSONNEL PROFILE (MINIMUM TWO)

Provider shall supply the following information for each assigned security employee or contractor. Client may approve or reject personnel for assignment at Client's sole discretion.

PERSONNEL 1

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY — PERSONNEL 1 (AT LEAST 2 EMPLOYERS)

Dates: From To

Dates: From To

EDUCATION — PERSONNEL 1

REFERENCES — PERSONNEL 1 (3 REQUIRED)

PERSONNEL 2

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY — PERSONNEL 2 (AT LEAST 2 EMPLOYERS)

Dates: From To

Dates: From To

EDUCATION — PERSONNEL 2

REFERENCES — PERSONNEL 2 (3 REQUIRED)

BACKGROUND CHECKS AND AUTHORIZATIONS

Provider shall obtain written consent from all assigned personnel to perform criminal history, employment verification, education verification, identity checks, and applicable drug screenings prior to placement. Provider represents that all background checks will comply with applicable law and will be re-run at the frequencies specified below or upon reasonable request by Client.

Provider confirms it has obtained written consent from assigned personnel:

COMPLIANCE, LICENSES AND TRAINING

Provider warrants that all personnel are properly licensed, trained, and certified as required by law and Client policies. Provider will maintain written training and certification records and make them available to Client upon reasonable request.

Provider confirms compliance with applicable licensing and training requirements:

CONFIDENTIALITY AND DATA PROTECTION

Provider shall maintain the confidentiality of Client data and personnel information and shall implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards consistent with industry standards. Provider will only use personal data for purposes of performing the Services and will not disclose such data except as required by law or as authorized by Client.

FEES, BILLING AND PAYMENT

TERM AND TERMINATION

This Agreement commences on and continues until unless earlier terminated pursuant to this section. Either party may terminate for convenience upon days' written notice.

INSURANCE AND INDEMNITY

Provider shall maintain commercial general liability, workers' compensation, employer's liability, and professional liability insurance in amounts sufficient to cover its obligations under this Agreement. Provider shall indemnify and hold Client harmless from claims arising from Provider's negligent acts, omissions, or willful misconduct.

Provider carries required insurance and will furnish certificate upon request:

WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Provider warrants that Services will be performed in a competent and workmanlike manner consistent with industry standards. EXCEPT FOR LIABILITY ARISING FROM WILLFUL MISCONDUCT OR GROSS NEGLIGENCE, NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL OR SPECIAL DAMAGES. Client's sole remedies shall be limited to the fees paid for the affected Services during the period in which the breach occurred.

NON-SOLICITATION

During the term of this Agreement and for a period of months thereafter, neither party shall solicit for employment nor employ personnel of the other party who provided services under this Agreement without prior written consent or payment of a placement fee as agreed in writing.

AUDIT AND REPORTING

Provider shall maintain records necessary to demonstrate compliance with this Agreement and shall allow Client or its designee to audit such records upon reasonable notice. Provider shall provide incident and status reports at the following frequency:

AT-WILL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT

Client acknowledges that assignments of Provider personnel do not create an employment relationship between Provider personnel and Client. Any employment relationship between Client and any individual shall be governed by Client's policies and applicable law. Nothing in this Agreement modifies the at-will employment status of any party's employees except by separate written agreement.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Provider represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and that it does not discriminate in employment, recruitment, or assignment of personnel on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

REPRESENTATIONS, AUTHORIZATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Provider certifies that the information provided for assigned personnel is true and accurate to the best of Provider's knowledge and that Provider is authorized to furnish such information. Provider authorizes Client and its authorized agents to contact prior employers and references for verification and investigation purposes where necessary to evaluate personnel suitability.

Provider certification:

NOTICES

Notices under this Agreement shall be sent to the primary contacts listed above or to the addresses below.

MISCELLANEOUS

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes prior agreements. Any amendment must be in writing signed by both parties. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the state specified by the parties in writing.

PROVIDER CERTIFICATION OF PERSONNEL INFORMATION

Client Representative Printed Name:

By:

Date:

Service Provider Representative Printed Name:

By:

Date:

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What an HR Security Services Agreement Covers

An HR Security Services Agreement is a written contract between an employer and a vendor or internal HR security team that sets terms for protecting employee data, controlling access to HR systems, background screening, incident response, and compliance obligations. The agreement typically addresses scope of services, data handling and classification, encryption and retention requirements, subcontractor controls, audit rights, liability allocation, and deliverables such as reports or remediation plans. It formalizes responsibilities for safeguarding personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI) when HR processes are managed by third parties.

Why a Formal Agreement Matters for HR Security

A clear HR Security Services Agreement reduces legal and operational uncertainty by documenting roles, technical and administrative safeguards, breach notification obligations, and dispute resolution. It also supports regulatory compliance with ESIGN/UETA for electronic records, HIPAA for PHI where applicable, and state data breach statutes.

Why a Formal Agreement Matters for HR Security

Who Typically Prepares or Signs This Agreement

HR, security, and procurement teams usually collaborate to prepare the agreement; legal counsel reviews terms before execution.

  • HR and people managers who outsource payroll, benefits, or background checks and need clear data protections.
  • Information security and compliance officers responsible for vendor risk assessments and incident response coordination.
  • Procurement and legal teams that negotiate liability, data use, and service-level obligations with providers.

Signers should reflect organizational authority: authorized vendor representatives and company signatories with delegated contracting power.

Core Sections to Include in a Professional Agreement

A complete HR Security Services Agreement breaks obligations into discrete sections so responsibilities, controls, and remedies are easy to locate and enforce.

Scope of Services

Define covered HR systems, services (payroll, benefits, background checks), deliverables, and service levels in measurable terms to avoid scope disputes.

Data Handling

Specify data types collected, permitted uses, storage locations, encryption standards, and deletion or return procedures on contract end.

Security Controls

List technical and organizational measures such as TLS/AES encryption, access controls, vulnerability scanning, and multi-factor authentication requirements.

Incident Response

Require timelines for breach notification, roles for investigation, evidence preservation, remediation steps, and regulatory reporting obligations.

Audit and Reporting

Grant audit rights, reporting cadence for security posture, and evidence delivery (logs, penetration test summaries, SOC reports).

Liability and Indemnity

Allocate responsibility for breaches, caps on damages, insurance minimums, and indemnification procedures for third-party claims.

Step-by-Step: Completing and Executing the Agreement

Follow a controlled workflow to minimize risk and ensure all parties accept the same final text.

  • 01
    Draft: Prepare initial version including scope and controls.
  • 02
    Review: Legal and security teams review obligations and clauses.
  • 03
    Approve: Authorized signatories confirm terms and insurance.
  • 04
    Execute: Sign electronically or in writing and distribute executed copies.

Configuring an Online Signing Workflow

Set up authentication, field validation, and retention options before sending to reduce rework and prevent errors.

Field Configuration
Signer Authentication Email link, SMS code, or KBA as required
Conditional Fields Show fields only when relevant to reduce signer confusion
Audit Trail Capture IP, timestamps, and device details
Retention Settings Set document retention and export formats

Digital Signing and File Format Considerations

Use an eSignature platform that supports secure protocols, preserves audit trails, and exports ISO-compatible signed PDFs.

  • Formats Supported: PDF, DOCX, HTML, and Excel
  • Integrations: Salesforce, NetSuite, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365
  • Authentication Options: Email link, SMS code, KBA, SSO

Ensure the platform can produce a certificate of completion and export signed files with embedded audit details for legal defensibility.

Typical Electronic Execution Flow

A standard online signing flow reduces friction while creating verifiable evidence of acceptance.

  • Upload: Upload the final agreement document to the signing platform
  • Place Fields: Add signature, date, and initial fields for each party
  • Authenticate: Choose signer authentication level (email, SMS, KBA)
  • Complete: Signer reviews, signs, and receives completed copy

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using vague service descriptions that lead to disputes over deliverables and response times.
  • Omitting data classification and encryption requirements, leaving PHI or PII unprotected in vendor systems.
  • Failing to require audit logs or SOC 2/SOC reports from vendors before execution.
  • Relying on unauthorized signatories or placing initials instead of signatures, which can impede enforcement.

Key Legal and Financial Risks

Regulatory Fines: State breach penalties
HIPAA Exposure: Civil penalties (45 CFR §160)
Contract Damages: Indemnities and third-party claims
Operational Disruption: Lost access to HR systems
Reputational Harm: Employee trust erosion
Termination Risk: Service discontinuation costs

eSignature Pricing Snapshot for Executing HR Agreements

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Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Real-World Examples of HR Security Agreements in Use

These concise examples illustrate how organizations apply HR security agreements to protect employee data and streamline vendor management.

Optica Ventures LLC

Brian Fitzgibbons, COO, standardized vendor access and reporting across HR systems to reduce manual audits.

  • Rapid adoption by HR teams.
  • "The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers," which helped streamline sign-off and reduce manual follow-up.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

John Butler, Founder, required PHI safeguards and flexible integration options with clinical HR systems.

  • Reduced risk of unauthorized access.
  • "The airSlate SignNow team has been exceptional, responsive, the API has been great, and we're extremely happy that we chose airSlate SignNow as a company," enabling secure remote execution and auditability.

Frequently Asked Questions and Troubleshooting

Practical answers to common questions about completing, signing, and enforcing HR Security Services Agreements.


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