It is the University’s goal to reduce, to an absolute minimum, computers containing social security numbers or other High Risk Personal Identifiers (HRPI’s) as identified by HOP 4.11.1 To this end, we are asking that a Computer Specification form be filled out before any computer/laptop is purchased. Computer Specification forms, Purchase Orders and quotes should be submitted to Information Security (ACSB 1.126).
If the computer/laptop being purchased contains HRPI’s, a Justification form will need to be completed with a detailed explanation as to why it will contain this information and be signed by your department’s Vice President/Provost.
If you have any questions on how these forms are processed, please contact 956-381-3300.
High risk personal identifiers include but are not limited to the following:
- Social Security Numbers
- Drivers License Numbers
- Credit Card Numbers
- Automatic Clearing House Information (such as bank account numbers)
- Credit Reports/Histories
- Certificate/License Numbers
- Other Sensitive and Personal Information
