Wireless Networks Policy

Responsible Department: Information Technology Services: (909) 537-5099

The purpose of this policy is to manage the deployment of wireless networks and services across the campus. 

Wireless communications become an extension of the CSUSB telecommunications network; and, thus, it is subject to all applicable state and federal laws and to all related CSU and CSUSB policies. 

Procedures and Responsibilities

All requests for the deployment and use of a wireless network on the CSUSB campus, whether or not directly or indirectly connected to the CSUSB telecommunications network, shall be reviewed and approved by the Information Security Office before its deployment. The Information Security Office will ensure that all practical procedures and safeguards have been considered for preventing the unauthorized use of the WLAN; and, furthermore, that its use will not expose the campus to potential security compromises and privacy violations. 

Wireless networking products and services are an extension of the telecommunications network currently provided by the Telecommunications and Network Services Department (TNS). TNS currently purchases and installs all core networking hardware and services for the campus community. In an effort to maintain the integrity, interoperability and performance of these services for the campus, all wireless networking products and services will be designed, procured, and installed by TNS based on the CSU standard. All changes to campus wireless networks shall be approved by the Information Technology Governance Sub-Committee and Executive Committee. 

Enforcement

As indicated in the 'Acceptable Use Policy for Electronic Communications,' the University reserves the right, without notice, to limit, restrict or terminate telecommunication services and to remove equipment when it is necessary in order to protect the integrity, security or functionality of the University's telecommunication services. 

University faculty, staff, and students who violate this policy may be subjected to disciplinary action following established University channels for disciplinary matters. Violators are subject to any and/or all the following: 

• Termination of telecommunication services.
• University disciplinary action.
• Removal of wireless equipment if necessary to protect the integrity, security or functionality of the University's telecommunications services.
• Sanctions for violations to other applicable CSU and CSUSB policies.