It's essential that these systems are protected from misuse and that both the computer system and the data they process are operated and maintained in a secure environment. Security policies and procedures are required by the state's 1974 Family Rights and Privacy Act regarding the privacy of student personal, academic, and financial data, and also by the State EDP Auditors, who audit compliance with privacy laws as well as regulations governing security and protection of State property. College computing resources are to be used only for college business unless explicitly authorized by Information Services and the Vice President of Administration and Finance. Any usage of computer resources for other activities shall constitute grounds for immediate termination of access privileges. Employees are given accounts in order to maintain the confidentiality of the information with which they are entrusted.
Employees are responsible for the security of their accounts.
Passwords should not be shared with anyone. Additionally, user names and passwords should not be written down or posted where they may be seen by others. Each user will automatically be prompted to change their password approximately every 6 months. All users should remember to log out from their account. Never leave a terminal or workstation logged in unattended.