Course Description

Middle managers play a key role in ensuring compliance with Government Security Instructions and maintaining the security of official information and resources. This programme provides managers with the knowledge and responsibilities required to oversee information security practices, manage risks, support security officers, and promote a strong security culture within their respective departments.

Course Objectives

The objectives of the course are to enable participants to:

• • understand the purpose and importance of government security instructions.
• • recognise threats to official information and the consequences of security breaches.
• • understand information classification and secure handling procedures.
• • apply rules governing the protection, storage, movement, and disposal of official information.
• • understand responsibilities when using ICT equipment and digital resources.
• • understand the role and responsibilities of ministerial/departmental security officers.
• • develop awareness of legal obligations in safeguarding official information.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be able to:

• • implement government security instructions within their areas of responsibility.
• • ensure proper handling and protection of classified information.
• • support and monitor compliance with information security procedures.
• • promote security awareness among staff.
• • identify, manage, and report security risks and breaches.
• • understand managerial responsibilities under relevant legislative frameworks.

Topics covered:

• • Aims and Importance of Government Security Instructions
• • Threats to Official Documents and Materials
• • Consequences of Unauthorised Disclosure of Information
• • Principles of Handling Official Information
• • Classification of Official Information
• • Preparation of Classified Documents
• • Movement and Control of Official Documents
• • Custody and Storage of Classified Documents, Files and Materials
• • Reproduction and Disposal of Classified Information
• • Removal of Documents and Laptops for Official Purposes
• • Role and Responsibilities of Ministerial/Departmental Security Officers
• • Protection of ICT Equipment and Information
• • Password and Internet Security Policies
• • Handling of Cabinet Papers
• • Use of Telephone, Fax and Mobile Devices
• • Safe Keeping of Keys and Access Control
• • Data Protection and Confidentiality
• • Identification, Reporting and Management of Security Breaches
• • Responsibilities under the Legislative Framework and Penalties