Question DATA-14
Are you performing off-site backups? (i.e., digitally moved off site)
| Weight | 20 |
| High Risk | No |
| Required | Yes |
| Compliant Answer | Yes |
Standard Guidance
EDUCAUSE provides no guidance here
Answering "NO"
State any plans to implement off site virtual backups in your environment.
Answering "YES"
Summarize your off site backup strategy.
Reason for Question
When data is moved digitally (e.g., cloud provider, vendor-owned facility, etc.) offsite, the policies and implemented procedures are important to know. The protections implemented to prevent compromise will be technical in nature and should be well-documented.
Follow-Up Inquiries
Follow-up inquiries for offsite, digital backups will be institution/implementation specific.
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