Cyber Security Policy
1. Introduction
Our English language certificate program recognises the critical importance of cyber security in safeguarding sensitive information and ensuring the integrity of our online learning environment. This policy outlines our commitment to maintaining robust cyber security measures to protect student data, personal information, and the overall confidentiality of our program operations.
2. Objectives
- Data Protection: Safeguard student and program data from unauthorised access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations pertaining to data protection and cyber security.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate cyber security risks to prevent potential threats and vulnerabilities.
- Awareness: Promote cyber security awareness and best practices among staff, students, and other stakeholders.
3. Responsibilities
- Management: Senior management is responsible for overseeing the implementation and effectiveness of cyber security measures.
- Staff: All staff members are responsible for adhering to cyber security policies and procedures and reporting any security incidents promptly.
- Students: Students are expected to follow guidelines related to online safety and report any suspicious activity or security concerns.
4. Security Measures
- Access Control: Implement strong authentication and authorisation mechanisms to control access to sensitive data and systems.
- Data Encryption: Encrypt data both in transit and at rest to protect it from unauthorised access.
- Firewall and Intrusion Detection: Deploy firewalls and intrusion detection systems to monitor and block unauthorised network access attempts.
- Regular Updates: Ensure that all software, systems, and devices are regularly updated with the latest security patches and fixes.
- Backup and Recovery: Maintain regular backups of critical data and establish procedures for data recovery in the event of a cyber security incident.
5. Incident Response
- Reporting: Establish clear procedures for reporting cyber security incidents promptly to designated personnel.
- Investigation: Conduct thorough investigations of security incidents to determine the cause, impact, and necessary remedial actions.
- Communication: Notify affected individuals and stakeholders as appropriate and provide guidance on mitigating potential harm.
6. Training and Awareness
- Training Programs: Provide cyber security training programs for staff and students to enhance awareness of cyber threats and best practices.
- Phishing Awareness: Educate users about phishing scams and other social engineering tactics to reduce the risk of unauthorised access.
7. Compliance and Monitoring
- Compliance Checks: Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with cyber security policies and procedures.
- Monitoring: Monitor network traffic and system logs for suspicious activity and potential security breaches.
8. Continuous Improvement
- Feedback and Review: Solicit feedback from stakeholders and use it to continuously improve cyber security policies, procedures, and practices.
- Incident Lessons Learned: Learn from past incidents to strengthen cyber security defences and response capabilities.
9. Conclusion
Our cyber security policy underscores our commitment to protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information within our English language certificate program. By implementing rigorous security measures, fostering awareness, and maintaining compliance with industry standards, we aim to create a secure and trusted learning environment for all stakeholders.
This policy will be regularly reviewed and updated to adapt to emerging cyber threats and ensure the ongoing effectiveness of our cyber security efforts.