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This training is designed for Departmental Security Administrators (DSAs) to equip them with the knowledge to manage user accounts effectively and securely. DSAs will learn about administering UserIDs, maintaining account security, managing passwords, and understanding Information Security policies. Important topics include unsuspending users, creating new UserIDs, and issuing access permits. For assistance, DSAs must contact Information Security directly via phone (617-353-9004) or email (infosec@bu.edu). Let's ensure a secure environment for all users!
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Information Security Contact Information Phone Number: 617-353-9004 Email: infosec@bu.edu Please note: If there is a problem that requires Information Security’s assistance, the phone call or email should come from the DSAs. We cannot accept phone calls from general users.
DSA Folder • DSA Manual • DSA Cheat Sheet • Faculty / Staff Link Permit Guide • Information Security Policy
DSA Responsibilities • Administer and maintain the UserID’s/Accounts in your department • Unsuspend users and administer default passwords using Top Secret • Request access for UserID’s/Accounts via Permits & Value Security
UserIDs • Most UserIDs are Business Ids: Example: CASDIR The first three letters represent the department (ALD, ENG, SEO) The second three letters represent the position (MGR, ST1, WS1)
UserIDs • Unless your department has been given previous permission, Person Ids are not allowed. Example: CASMLB This would be an invalid UserID for myself as the second half contains my initials.
Password Rules • 8 characters (not case sensitive!) • Special characters may be used • No repeating characters (such as the “ll” in yellow) • Certain words are restricted because they have been used by too many people (e.g. boston, terriers, redsox, patriots)
Password Rules • Passwords can be changed once a day but must be changed every 180 days • If a person fails to change their password after 180 days, they will be suspended from the Mainframe • The last three passwords cannot be used when changing a password
Security Tokens • Freed for the Day: Clients may login without their token for the day • Student Employees: Students are must leave their tokens at the office • Tokens: Two brands, RSA & Quest • Malfunctioning Tokens & Drift: Contact Information Security to diagnose tokens that appear to be malfunctioning
Today’s Agenda • Top Secret • Unsuspending (and suspending) accounts • Administering a default password for an account • Listing departments and User IDs • User Maintenance • Setting up a new user with an account • Opening a position • Updating a users Profile (user ID) • Creating a new UserID
Today’s Agenda • Access • Requesting permits for users • Removing permits from users LET’S LOG IN AND BEGIN!
