State Security Program

DIR provides a set of information security services, policies, standards, and general guidelines for Texas state agencies, local governments, and institutions of higher education.

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Secure Texas is the online security resource for Texas citizens.

DIR's ICT Co-op Contracts Security Products and Services:

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Policy, Standards and Guidelines

Information on state security policy and standards:

State Enterprise Security Plan
Report on Network Security
User Access Study
Acceptable Use Policy
TAC 202: Information Security Standards
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Security Operations and Response

Security incident and event reporting requirements for state agencies and institutions of higher education:

CSIRT Program
Security Incident Reporting System
How to Report a Security Incident
Security Operations Center

Security Alerts and Bulletins

Information security alerts are added to the web site only if there is a need to disseminate information during a major event. Below are the most current alerts.

Resources

DIR's Cyber Security Tips
DHS Cyber Security
National Vulnerability Database
2012 Cybersecurity Council Report

Security Training Events

Security Training
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FAQs

CPT
ISAAC
SIRS
Network Monitoring

Useful Links

US Cert
MS-ISAC
TX-ISAC (Members only)
Additional Security Links

Texas Department of Information Resources