Know the Code: What Is PII?
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By the Office of Ethics and Compliance
Know the Code is a monthly series highlighting different sections of the County of San Diego Code of Ethics. The mission of the Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) is to assist in fulfilling the County’s commitment to the highest standards of ethics and compliance. This month, in recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Month, we are highlighting the Code of Ethics requirements regarding protecting confidential information and some of the tools that are provided by the County to help educate staff and keep County data secure.
TechBlog – What is it, and is it for someone like you?
The County of San Diego strives to provide you with all the resources you need to be successful in your role serving our residents.
Since handling County data is a component of all our roles, we want to ensure you have the knowledge and awareness necessary to successfully protect the data entrusted to us.
In addition to policies on InSite, security awareness training modules in the Learning Management System, communications like OEC’s Know the Code microlearning “What is Personally Identifiable Information,” the County Technology Office highlights information security in their TechBlog.
Although it may sound like it, TechBlog is not just for techies. It is a resource for all County employees to learn about technology initiatives, review tips and tools to safeguard County of San Diego data and network infrastructure, learn about communication and training opportunities, and provide input and feedback.
Stories in the TechBlog highlight the different ways you can protect your data and the County’s data and some of the common vulnerabilities for both.
Monthly security awareness newsletters provide topics that are timely and of interest.
Users may also submit department implemented new or emerging technologies to showcase on the TechBlog. The ideas should already be implemented or in production status.
Also, check out the OEC webpage on InSite for information about upcoming Ethics & Compliance Program events, training and resources including monthly “Know the Code” articles and micro-training videos.
If you have questions about Ethics & Compliance training or how to access the training and other Ethics & Compliance resources, please contact the OEC team at oec@sdcounty.ca.gov or 619-531-5174. HHSA staff may also contact the dedicated HHSA Compliance and Privacy team at compliance.hhsa@sdcounty.ca.gov or 619-338-2807.