Data Risk Guide to Commonly Used DIT Services


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This guide aligns examples of data commonly used on campus with appropriate popular DIT provided services. It is not an exhaustive list of data or services; please reach out the Service Desk if you have any questions. 

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Glossary

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‘Everyday’ tasks that involve Moderate and Low risk data

These services may be used for everyday tasks involving non-PII personnel records, non-PII student records which include grades, and certain approved non-HIPAA PHI. Should not be used for SSNs, Protected Health Information, and other high risk PII.

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High risk data

The following services may be used for use cases that involve PII, such as SSNs, Drivers License Numbers, most non-HIPAA PHI, etc., and other sensitive information. If storing datasets (a file containing records about multiple individuals), limit the number of records per dataset to 250.  

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Restricted data

Access to some data is strictly controlled and restricted by laws, regulations, or contracts. Only approved systems should be used for storing these data.  

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