It is the goal of Richman Investments to implement the controlled use of removable media devices that transfer information by all users who have access to any means of data within the company. Objective
This form is an official Richman Investments document pertaining to the establishment of principles and working practices that are to be abided by all users in order for data to be safely stored and transferred by means of a removable device. The importance of controlling removable media and the objective of this policy is to:
1. Prohibit any unauthorized disclosure of information as may be necessary to company policy.
2. Maintain data integrity.
3. Build network integrity by instilling confidence and trust with data on the network.
4. Keep high standards of security with the use of protected and restricted data.
5. Avoid malicious network intrusions.
6. Prevent unintended or malicious harm on the Richman Investments data network. Applicable Parties
This policy applies to all Richman Investment employees, members, committees, business partners, third party IT services, guests, or anyone who is approved access to the data network, IT hardware resources, or any equipment with means of access to files within Richman Investments. Removable Devices Defined
1. USB Memory sticks (flash drive)
2. USB or external hard drive
3. Media Card Readers
4. Embedded microchips (smart cards, mobile phone SIM cards)
5. MP3 or IPods
6. Cameras
7. Any media device with storage space with means of transfer via Bluetooth, WIFI, or USB cord.
8. Any device with means to record data
Risk Assessment
Richman Investments recognizes the risks associated with users using and accessing data in order to properly conduct assigned tasks, jobs, or conduct official employer business. Information is often shared throughout the network and possibly with external sources or clients. Securing ALL data and ensuring network integrity is of