Overview
This service ensures that institutional security policies are consistently governed, updated, and aligned with OSU A&M’s strategic, legal, and operational priorities. It provides centralized oversight of the university’s security policy portfolio—supporting clarity, accountability, and responsiveness across departments and systems. By managing the lifecycle of security policies, this service helps reduce ambiguity, streamline compliance, and promote a culture of shared responsibility.
Features and Benefits
This service includes:
- Policy Lifecycle Management: Oversight of drafting, review, approval, and retirement of security policies
- Governance Alignment: Coordination with institutional leadership, legal, and compliance stakeholders
- Version Control and Documentation: Maintenance of authoritative records and change history
- Gap Analysis and Benchmarking: Identification of policy gaps and alignment with frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO)
- Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitation of feedback and collaboration across technical and non-technical audiences
Benefits to users:
- Ensures policies are current, clear, and enforceable
- Supports audit readiness and regulatory compliance
- Reduces duplication and conflicting guidance across units
- Enhances transparency and trust in institutional governance
- Promotes consistent application of security expectations
Who is this Service Offering Available to?
Enterprise Information Technology
Service Availability
Requests and consultations can be submitted at any time through the university’s service portal. Initial responses are typically provided within 2–3 business days. Policy updates or new policy development timelines vary depending on scope, stakeholder input, and governance review cycles.
Fees or Costs Associated with the Service.
There is no fee for standard policy oversight or consultation. If external legal review or specialized advisory services are required, any associated costs will be communicated and approved prior to engagement.