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About PrivSec

PrivSec is the trusted stewardship and responsible use of personal information. 

Protecting information is more than just keeping computers online and hackers out. It means systems that prioritize data safety, thoughtful consideration of the information we collect, and careful stewardship of its use.

Mission & Vision

The mission of the Information Security and Data Privacy team is to protect Harvard’s information assets and bolster the university’s trustworthiness as a steward of personal data.

Our vision is university-wide applied PrivSec.

Keep up to date with Information Security and Privacy

The Harvard Information Security Digest is your source for the latest updates, useful security tips, behind the scenes stories, and our calendar of upcoming events.

Read Our Security Digest

Transparency

Harvard University is committed to providing a safe and reliable computing environment for students, faculty and staff.

The purpose of this page is to describe some of the methods and protocols used by Harvard Information Security and Data Privacy to deliver on that commitment.

More About Transparency

Contact

Information security at Harvard is managed through the partnership of School Security Officers and the HUIT Information Security group.

Questions related to University information security services, assessments for research and other projects, vendor assessments, and all general questions may be directed to HUIT Information Security.