Data Classification

Defining Confidential and Sensitive Data

• Confidential Data - Confidential information is defined by the Texas Administrative Code Information Security Standards as information that is exempt from disclosure requirements under the provisions of applicable state or federal law. Texas Tech University OP 70.04 details procedures and safeguards regarding private or personally identifiable information.
• Sensitive Data - Information pertaining to Access Control data, Account Management data, procedures, security documentation of Information Resources, or any other information TTU so designates.

Data Classification

Research data is classified to identify access control, data encryption, and backup requirements. The following matrix may be used as a guide to classify your information and data: