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As part of Florida International University's mission, http://www.fiu.edu/docs/fiumission_statement.htm, we strive to keep our resources safe and secure. In order to fulfill the mission of teaching, research and public service, the University is committed to providing a secure computing and networking environment that assures the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of information and information resources.

Protecting FIU's resources is a critical part of its mission.
If you have any concerns about using or protecting information or Information Technology Resources to which you have access or control, you should contact the IT Security Office

General Responsibility

Each member of the University community is responsible for adhering to all federal , state and local laws and FIU rules, regulations and policies, as the same may be amended from time to time, pertaining to the security and protection of electronic information resources that he/she uses, and/or over which he/she has access or control.

Resources to be protected include networks, computers, software, and data. The physical and logical integrity of these resources must be protected against threats such as unauthorized intrusions, malicious misuse, or inadvertent compromise. Contractors and participants in any activities outsourced to non-FIU entities must comply with the same security requirements.

Enforcement
Persons who fail to adhere to this Policy may be subject to penalties as provided by law and/or disciplinary action, including dismissal or expulsion. Violations will be handled through the University disciplinary policies applicable to employees and students. The University may also refer suspected violations of applicable law to appropriate law enforcement agencies. Unauthorized or fraudulent use of University computing or telecommunications resources can also result in felony prosecution as provided for in the Federal and State of Florida Statutes.

Compliance
I have read and I understand the above FIU General IT Security Policy and will adhere to all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies pertaining to the security and protection of the University's electronic information resources.

 I have read and understood the above policy