Information Technology Governance Policy

(1)  Purpose

This policy establishes an Information Technology (IT) governance framework for all institutions governed by the Board of Regents (Board) for the Oklahoma Agricultural and Mechanical Colleges (OAMC). It authorizes the Council of IT Officers (CITO) to lead and maintain a governance framework that aligns IT resources, systems, services, initiatives, and investments with OAMC and institutional priorities; supports effective IT risk management, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance; establishes decision-making accountability; promotes consistent governance practices; and advances long-term strategic success.

(2)  Scope

This policy applies to all institutions governed by the Board and to the governance of IT resources, systems, services, initiatives, investments, associated data, and applicable agreements.

(3)  Governance Structure

CITO shall oversee implementation of this policy and lead IT governance across all OAMC institutions through its Governance Operating Model (GOM).

(4)  Governance Operating  Model

The GOM shall define the governance framework, roles, decision rights, accountability, processes, criteria, thresholds, coordination mechanisms, documentation requirements, and stakeholder participation, consistent with the CITO Charter and within the authority delegated to CITO by the Board.

(5)  Council Responsibilities

CITO shall carry out the IT governance responsibilities established in the CITO Charter through the GOM.

(6)  Institutional Responsibilities

Each OAMC institution shall implement applicable IT governance requirements in accordance with the GOM.

(7)  Accountability

Compliance with this policy and applicable IT governance requirements is required of all OAMC institutions. CITO may provide governance oversight, recommend appropriate action, and escalate unresolved or material concerns within the established GOM.

Approved Date:
October 23, 2026