Policies & Procedures

The Code of Conduct: IT@NYU applies to all covered individuals, including student employees, as well as to all others who work in information technology and related areas at NYU as contractors, temporary staff, visitors, or in any other capacity, on a full-time or part-time basis; it does not form a contract. Failure on anyone’s part to comply with these standards may lead to disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal, as well as referral, as appropriate, to authorities for legal action. NYU IT reserves the right to amend this Code of Conduct: IT@NYU at any time and without notice, in its sole, good faith, discretion.

This policy statement conveys key requirements for the appropriate use of email at New York University. NYU provides central email services (hereafter called “NYU Email”) to members of the University community for purposes of furthering its educational mission and conducting institutional business. Email is a powerful tool and should be used responsibly, consistent with law and with the mission and policies of the University.

This policy outlines requirements for obtaining accounts, accessing network resources, and ensuring proper usage of those resources by authorized users. It also regulate controls to restrict unauthorized or unauthenticated use of its technology systems, services, and data.

This policy outlines the activity of remediating/controlling security vulnerabilities: 1) identified by network, systems, and application scanning for known vulnerabilities, and 2) identified from vendors. Managing system vulnerabilities in a timely fashion is key to the protection and security of, and continued access to, University resources.

The Guidelines for Access to Computers by IT Administrators describe how and when authorized IT administrators at Tisch School of the Arts to access employee computers. Access is permitted to ensure system security, compliance with NYU policies, operational efficiency, and risk mitigation.

These Guidelines for Computer Lifecycle Management describe the procedures for managing the lifecycle of desktop and laptop computers at Tisch School of the Arts, ensuring secure and reliable computing platforms in compliance with NYU IT policies. It covers procurement, setup, maintenance, and decommissioning.

These Guidelines for Computer Login Passwords apply for all Tisch employees accessing NYU-owned computers, ensuring compliance with NYU's security policies and safeguarding data confidentiality, integrity, and availability. They aims to strengthen password security and protect NYU's systems from unauthorized access.

These Guidelines for Handling Lost or Stolen Computers describe the procedures for Tisch School of the Arts employees to follow when an NYU-owned computer is lost or stolen, ensuring prompt action to protect data and assets. They aim to minimize the impact of lost or stolen computers by ensuring rapid response, data protection, and adherence to security best practices.

To facilitate a seamless transition and ensure secure access to essential resources, Tisch Guidelines for Employee On-boarding outline the IT onboarding process for new employees at Tisch School of the Arts. Following NYU's standards, this document details the required steps for supervisors, IT staff, and Tech Liaisons, promoting efficiency and security.

These Guidelines for Employee Off-boarding describe the IT-related procedures for offboarding employees at Tisch School of the Arts, complementing NYU's HR processes. They ensure a smooth and secure offboarding process, protecting NYU data and assets.

These Guidelines for Operating System and Software Updates mandate specific software installations for security and management. It outlines supported operating systems and third-party software updates. These guidelines aims to maintain system security and compliance.