Please provide comment for the draft IT Security Policy.
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To all WOU computer system users:
Please be advised of the following computing system changes, effective September 19, 2007:
1. Each user will be required to document that they have read and agree to the Acceptable Use of University Computing Resources policy on an annual basis.
2. Each user will be required to document they understand that WOU computer account activity may be monitored.
On-line documentation will occur automatically when you select the affirmative check-boxes found in the account lookup application: http://www.wou.edu/accountlookup
The following paragraphs were taken from the WOU Acceptable Use of University Computing Resources Policy:
Keep in mind that shared systems are inherently insecure. An authorized Computing Services or computer lab staff member may access accounts and transmissions for troubleshooting and maintenance--and, if there is reasonable suspicion of misuse, they may access them for investigative purposes. You should also be aware that security systems whose purpose is to identify unauthorized users of a system may also monitor authorized users.
It is the policy of the university not to monitor individual usage of any general facility. However, the university reserves the right to monitor and record the usage of all facilities if it has reason to believe that activities are taking place that are contrary to this policy or OUS, state or federal law or regulation and as necessary to evaluate and maintain system efficiency. The university has the right to use information gained in this way in disciplinary or criminal proceedings.
There is a critical need for a comprehensive information security program, based on recent legislation(SB 583) and recent policies adopted by OUS.
The security policy will be developed in consultation with AIC, Staff Senate and the administration. Jon Dolan, OUS Chief Security Officer, will provide us with colsultation throughout the process. He will provide us with a draft framework that is in alignment with the OUS security policy. As the policy is developed, it will be posted on this site. Your comments are encouraged.
