RA-1 Risk Assessment Policy and Procedures

Description

This Control addresses the establishment of policy and procedures for the effective implementation of selected security controls and control enhancements in the RA family. Policy and procedures reflect applicable federal laws, executive orders, directives, regulations, policies, standards, and guidance.

Security program policies and procedures at the organization level may make the need for system specific policies and procedures unnecessary.

The policy can be included as part of the general information security policy for organizations or conversely, can be represented by multiple policies reflecting the complex nature of certain organizations.

The procedures can be established for the security program in general and for particular information systems, if needed. The organizational risk management strategy is a key factor in establishing policy and procedures.

Applicability

This Control applies to the university Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer (CISPO).

Implementation

Chief Information Security and Privacy Officer has a risk assessment policy which includes process of identifying, evaluating, and documenting the level of impact that may result from the operation of an information system on TAMU-CC’s mission, functions, image, reputation, assets, or individuals:

1. Develops, documents, and disseminates to Owners and Custodians:
   1. A risk assessment policy that addresses purpose, scope, roles, responsibilities, management commitment, coordination among organizational entities, and compliance; and
   2. Procedures to facilitate the implementation of the risk assessment policy and associated risk assessment controls; and
2. Reviews and updates the current:
   1. Risk assessment policy annually; and
   2. Risk assessment procedures annually or when required by information systems, TAMU System, state, federal, and/or regulatory requirements change.

Revision History

Last Updated: February 21, 2025

Previous Versions:

• June 29, 2023
• May 31, 2022
• March 25, 2021
• September 16, 2019