Information Technology Security
Definition
Information Technology (IT) Security is defined as the electronic measures and controls we put in place to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the information and assets that we are entrusted with.
What Employees Need to Know
We each have a role to play in protecting not only information stored electronically but also IT assets (such as laptops, computers, Blackberrys) from security threats.
Employee Roles and Responsibilities
- Safeguard information and assets under your control whether working on or off-site.
- Report real or suspected IT security incidents and violations to the National Service Desk.
- Lock your workstation when leaving it.
- Never share your password(s) with anyone.
- Do not connect personal devices to the network.
- Follow the ESDC Network Use Directive.
- Periodically review and update your user profiles, passwords, rights and access privileges for the IT systems you use.
Tools
- Frequently Asked Questions
- ESDC Network Use Directive
- Portable Storage Devices Directive and Approved Portable Devices
- Personal Computing Devices Directive
- Storage of Electronic Information Directive