UAB Safeguards
UAB’s policies and guidelines dictate the behavior of the campus community. There are a number of policies related to information security. UAB IT has also provided additional documentation to help clarify your role in information security so you can do your part to be sure UAB remains compliant with federal laws.
UAB uses and stores many types of data. The protection of this data is regulated by federal laws, and it is imperative that UAB remain compliant to ensure that all data is secure. Here are more items on what governs data and how it can be used, stored and transmitted depending on its data classification.
Data
- UAB Data Protection and Security Policy
- Data Access Policy
- Acceptable Use Policy
- Data Classification
- UAB Encryption Guidelines
Communication & Copyright
Devices & Account Security
- UAB Password/Passphrase Standard
- Minimum Security for Computing Devices Rule
- IT Guidelines for International Travel
- Internet of Things (IoT) Security Rule
- Patch Management Rule
Network and Application Security
Additional Resources
Please visit UAB’s policy page for all policies and details on violations by searching keyword “employee behavior.”