Common use of Rules of Behavior Clause in Contracts

Rules of Behavior. ‌ Users are bound by USDA policy and guidelines. USDA employees and contractors are required to complete the annual USDA Security Awareness Training and pass a background investigation. The system security controls must be enforced, and audit logging must be enforced. No new or additional security awareness or training requirements are needed as a result of implementing the interconnections between the systems identified in this agreement. All users and administrators are expected to protect the information transmitted in accordance with all required laws, regulations, and NIST guidance. Both parties agree to work together to ensure the joint security of the connected systems and the data they store, process, and transmit. Each party certifies that its respective system is designed, managed, and operated in compliance with all relevant agency regulations, official guidance, and policies. As part of assuring this compliance for the security and benefit of each partner organization, thorough review of each system’s SSPs, has been performed.