Protect your IT infrastructure and ensure ethical behavior regarding sensitive data with our System, Database and Application Administrator Policy. It distinctly outlines the roles, responsibilities and ethical expectations of system, database and application administrators, including third-party vendors. The policy covers specific privileges granted to administrators, their obligations concerning sensitive data security, service account policies and password compliance rules.

It also addresses enforcement measures to ensure policy adherence and details the procedure for updating the policy. Notably, it emphasizes the importance of confidentiality and integrity in password management. Furthermore, it discusses exceptions to these policies where necessary with valid business justification. This document serves as a reference point for all individuals responsible for maintaining company technology resources. It helps enforce consistent practices across all administrators to maintain high levels of data security within the organization.

The following topics are covered in this policy:

• Specific privileges and responsibilities granted to administrators
• Expected ethical behavior of administrators regarding sensitive data stored or in transit within the network
• Service account policies
• Password compliance policies