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CentrexIT 1password Naming Convention

KB00058672
Mike Hicks Standard 1 min
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The document outlines a naming convention standard for all passwords stored in 1Password. By emphasizing a structured format that includes the client name, service/system, environment/role, and username/email, we can have a consistent naming practice with the end goal of a consistent organizational structure within 1password.


  • Must have access to 1password.
  • Misconfigured password will result in loss productivity.

KB00018669 - ST - Password & Account Management


This Standard is a requirement for all cIT staff.

  • All passwords stored in client specific or multi-user cIT vaults in 1password must follow this format.

  • If a password is found not adhering to this standard, it is the responsibility of all cIT employees to update the password to match the standard.

  • All passwords must be stored in the correct client vault.

  • Users are to follow the tag structure below. Do not add or edit tags without the strict approval from the Security Manager and any changes must be published in this standard.


Password Titles should follow this format: Client Name - Service/System - Environment/Role (Optional) - Username/Email/Identifier

Use the client’s standardized short code found in Halo. To locate go to companies module, select the company, look for “Abbreviation” on the main company details page.

Clearly identify the service (e.g., M365, VPN, AWS, cPanel, GoDaddy, Fortinet, Sophos).

Use for context like Admin, User, Dev, ReadOnly, Test, Prod, Breakglass, site specific variable, etc.

Add the actual login username, email address, or other identifier.

1password supports the use of tags on each entry. These tags are system wide and should not be added to or changed without approval from the security manager. Approved Tags:

M365 Service

DNS

Domain/Service Account

Licenses

Website/SAAS

Servers

Wireless

Applications

Certificate

Vendors

Voice

Network Devices

Peripherals


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