Policy on Safeguarding Data
1. Introduction
This policy which forms part of the University's Information Security Management System (ISMS) framework has been supported by Research Board and is a key part of the University's response to the internal audit on Research Data Backup.
The University's Information Security Policy and a full list of Supporting Policies.
1.1. Objective
The University and its employees, students and partners need to ensure that we:
- take responsible ownership or stewardship of all data;
- follow legal, regulatory and compliance needs;
- ensure the confidentiality of data (sensitive data is not disclosed to unauthorised recipients);
- ensure the integrity of data (data is accurate, complete and up-to-date);
- ensure the availability of data (data is accessible whenever it is required).
It is essential that a balance is maintained between security and operation so that no un-necessary burden is placed on staff, processes or resources.
1.2. Scope
This policy covers all data, including:
- research data,
- learning and teaching data,
- administration and management information data.
Pages in Policy on Safeguarding Data
- 1. You are here: 1. Introduction
- 2. 2. Policy
- 3. Annex