AOS Guardian

Today’s cyber risks are more sophisticated, frequent, and damaging than ever before. To strengthen the collective security of all archdiocesan entities all parishes and schools are required to transition to the AOS Guardian platform or an approved equivalent by December 30, 2026.

 

Guardian Security Requirements

The Guardian Platform

The AOS Guardian Platform offers enhanced security capabilities, adherence to archdiocesan policies and delivers superior technology features. It includes:

  • Security 
  • Professional support 
  • Enhanced features 
  • Simple administration 
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Staff security awareness training
  • Integration with Microsoft 365

Alternative Platform Solutions

Approved alternative platforms may be implemented with a vendor agreement to participate in the enhanced security initiative. Requirements include:

  • Defense in depth cybersecurity strategy
  • System support and monitoring requirements
  • Endpoint protection
  • Device management for Windows and MacOS
  • Two-factor authentication
  • Staff security awareness training
  • Cloud backup and restore
  • Exploit reporting

Guardian resources

Alternative Vendors
Incident Reporting

Contact

Kevin Benz
Chief Information Security Officer
Kevin.Benz@seattlearch.org
206-382-1477