Deconstructing Silos: Building Partnerships between Information Security and Academic Research

Competitive academic research increasingly requires that greater attention be paid to secure data management. Isolated data silos are easy targets for nefarious actors, increasing the risk of a crippling breach. Recognizing this need, an innovative relationship formed between the KSU Information Security Office and the Bagwell College of Education to securely manage research data for a $9M Department of Education grant. Gain insight from this case study on how to build successful partnerships between researchers and IT services. Additionally, the evolution of data security practices and the methods employed to bridge the admin/academic divide will be showcased.

OUTCOMES: Learn how IT can bridge the admin/academic divide by enhancing security in data management protocols * Learn how to become an advocate and ally for secure data practices * Leave empowered to develop university wide structures for secure data management procedures