There are many security threats associated with instant messaging (IM) in the enterprise that increase a company's vulnerability. Use this template to establish a policy that will:

• Establish a control mechanism for official use of IM.
• Delineate the role of IT in security policy compliance.
• Create guidelines for employee use of IM.
• Describe expectations for business unit oversight of IM usage by employees.

Rein in IM security risks in by downloading and tailoring this IM security policy.

The attached Zip file includes:

• Intro Page.doc
• Cover Sheet and Terms.pdf
• IM Security Policy.doc