Information Security at Michigan Tech
Michigan Tech designed its Information Security Program to protect information and critical resources from a wide range of threats in order to ensure business continuity, minimize business risk, and maximize return on investments and business opportunities.
Information Technology Security at Michigan Tech is achieved by implementing a suitable set of controls, including policies, processes, procedures, and software/hardware functions to protect information assets and preserve the privacy of Michigan Tech employees, students, sponsors, suppliers, and other associated entities.
All individuals accessing University data at Michigan Tech are required to comply with federal and state laws as well as university policies and/or procedures regarding security of highly sensitive data. Inappropriate use exposes the University to risks including virus attacks, compromise of network systems and services, and legal issues. Any university employee, student or non-university individual with access to university data who engages in unauthorized use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of data is in violation and will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including possible dismissal and/or legal action.
About the Information Security Program
The purpose of this plan is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data, define, develop, and document the information policies and procedures that support University goals and objectives, and to allow the University to satisfy its legal and ethical responsibilities with regard to its IT resources.
Information security policies and procedures represent the foundation for the University’s ISP. Information security policies serve as overarching guidelines for the use, management, and implementation of information security throughout Michigan Tech.