Statement

WTAMU must identify an owner for each information system.  The owner must authorize the information system for processing before commencing operations.

Applicability

This control applies to all West Texas A&M personnel who use University information resources.

Implementation

• The CIO and ISO will identify the appropriate information resource owner for system used by multiple departments.
• A resource custodian within IT shall be assigned to all information resources. Assignment will be based on the use of the system and its alignment with the University.
• The CIO is responsible for authorizing implementation of all Information Systems.
• The CIO and ISO will verify needed security controls prior to a system implementation.