Personally Identifiable Information (PII)

PII - Protect It Like Your Own
Personally Identifiable Information can be used to distinguish or trace an individual's identity. Examples include: names, social security numbers, or medical records. Personally Identifiable Information also includes data that, when combined with other ID info, can be linked to a specific individual. All ITA employees, interns and contractors are responsible for protecting the privacy of all DOC employees and customers.

Practical Guidance
Department of Commerce Breach Notification Response Plan

International Trade Administration Safeguarding Against and Responding to a Breach of PII

Guidance for ITA Employees: Developing, Transmitting, and Storing Unclassified Sensitive Documents and Messages

Related Links
Department of Commerce Office of Security

Federal Trade Administration- Fighting Back Against Identity Theft Website

Key Contact
For additional information, please contact the ITA Security Office, at 202-482-9106 or e-mail at ITASecurity@mail.doc.gov.