Comtech Proprietary Level 3 is applied to information assets that are classified as Internal Use Only. This may include general corporate information, some technical information, project information, phone and email lists, and organizational charts. Below is a summary of the instructions for labeling and handling.
Marking guidelines for information in hard copy or electronic form: Information of this proprietary level that contains information classified as “Internal Use Only” will be plainly identified in the footer of each page as Proprietary Level 3.
Accessibility: Media should be kept from view of unauthorized individuals. Documents or other media should not be left in view on computer screens, desks, or tabletops. When not in use, they should be stored out of plain sight. When removable media (e.g., thumb drives or CDs) or email is used to store or transmit this level of information, encryption should be considered.
Retention: Based on required business need and applicable laws and regulations, the information asset owner will determine the retention period for all media.
External Distribution: Media containing proprietary information of this level may use U.S. mail and other public or private carriers.
Electronic Distribution: Media containing proprietary information of this level may use encryption; however, it is not required.
Disposal: When electronic media or printed media containing Telecommunication Systems Inc. and/or Comtech proprietary information are no longer needed and any applicable retention period has lapsed, the data should be electronically deleted or physically destroyed. Proprietary Level 3 printed media may be shredded, but may also be disposed of in trash receptacles.
On February 23, 2016, TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. was acquired by Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (“Comtech”). TeleCommunication Systems, Inc. is now a wholly owned subsidiary of Comtech Telecommunications Corp.
