System and Communications Protection Policy and Procedures | SC-1

System and Communications Protection Policy

MCC recognizes that system and communications policies and procedures are vital to reducing information security risks.

Purpose

The System and Communications Protection Policy and associated controls document the minimum standards required to protect MCC communications within the internal network, across the Internet and through other forms of data transmission.

Scope and Roles

This policy applies to information resources owned or managed by MCC. The intended audience includes the Cybersecurity Manager, Information Resource Owners and Custodians.

Compliance

System and Communications Protection controls are implemented to ensure compliance with the Texas Department of Information Resources (DIR) Security Control Standards Catalog as required by Title 1 Texas Administrative Code §202.76.

Implementation

The Cybersecurity Manager or their designee is responsible for: 

• ensuring that this policy and supporting procedures are periodically reviewed and updated.

Last updated: 5/27/2026