IAP Resource Center
The IAP Resource Center provides tools and best practices for handling RIT Confidential and RIT Operationally Critical information. The resource center also provides information to help you create your department’s IAP Plan.
The Information Access & Protection Standard will help you understand your responsibility for handling RIT information.
Digital Self Defense 103 – Information Handling Workshop
The Information Security Office strongly recommends that all faculty, staff, and systems administrators take our Digital Self Defense 103 – Information Handling workshop. The course discusses important security issues at RIT and best practices for handling information safely. Access the self-paced online course through the Center for Professional Development (CPD).
IAP Plan Resources
Use the following resources to help construct your department’s IAP Plan. If you have any questions regarding your plan, contact us.
- Information Access and Protection Plan Template (MS Excel)
- IAP Plan Creation Workshop PowerPoint Slides
- IAP Plan Frequently Asked Questions
Information Classification and Marking
- RIT Information Classifications
- Information Classification Matrix
- Document Marking Guidelines
- MS Office Templates – RIT Confidential and RIT Internal Use Only
Information Handling Best Practices
- User Tips for Handling Confidential Information
- Red Flags for Information Theft
- E-mail at RIT
- VPN (required for remote access to RIT Confidential information)
- Disposal Recommendations
- Recommended and Acceptable Portable Media
- Recommended and Acceptable Mobile Devices
