Title: PCI/Secured Financial Data Compliance Background Check Policy
Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to define the terms and conditions under which background checks are conducted for employees who have potential access to PCI and/or other secured financial data.
Statement:
All prospective employees who have potential access to PCI and and/or other secured financial data shall complete an application that provides attestation of any criminal convictions; additionally, all prospective employees who have potential access to PCI and/or other secured financial data will be subject to pre-employment background checks.
Description:
This policy applies to
· Prospective external employees applying for positions at Worcester State University
· Current employees who transfer into a position that has potential access to PCI and/or other secured financial data.
Pre-employment background checks may include a review of a candidate’s references, criminal history, and credit history.
Additional Information:
The following business units and/or positions require background checks:
· Information Technologies: All Positions
Approved by: Executive Leadership Team
Date Approved: 12.13.10
Last Review: 4.3.11