Reporting Information Security Breaches

Related Policy – Data Breach Notification

About This Procedure

Responsible Officer
Vice President of Human Resources & Operations

Policy Owner
Executive Director of Technology & Innovation

Policy Contact
Executive Director of Technology & Innovation

Issued
2021-04-21

University Procedure

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Reporting Information Security Incidents

Report actual or suspected IT security incidents as soon as possible so that work can begin to investigate and resolve them. If the incident poses any immediate danger, call 911 to contact law enforcement authorities immediately.

Reporting an IT Security Incident

If you suspect a potential security issue involving any private information—whether the information is on a computer, on paper, on the web, etc.—immediately report the details to IT by clicking the Report Incident button on the incident reporting page. You should also alert your supervisor.

If you are unable to use this form, email incident@northcentral.edu.

Do not use the device or system that may be involved in a suspected security incident or data breach. Instead use alternative communication methods (e.g., different device, call the service desk 612.343.4170) to report the incident to University Information Security and wait for further instructions prior to turning the device or system off. Be prepared to included:

A general description of the type of information at issue.

Your contact information.

The department involved.

A brief description of what happened.

Do not include sensitive information in the initial report.  IT staff will contact you for more details.