This document provides a sample cloud applications security and operations policy to guide organizations in developing security policies for cloud applications. It includes sections on authentication and administration, auditing, business continuity, data security, communication security, vendor governance, and brand reputation. For each section, it outlines baseline requirements and additional requirements for applications handling data at different security levels (1-3), based on the potential impact of unauthorized access. The goal is to balance security and usability by applying more stringent requirements to higher risk or sensitive data.