Default Security Controls: Idle Screen Timeout

Introduction

This policy utilizes the settings built into the device’s Operating System (OS) to require your password to unlock it after a certain amount of time being left idle. This policy helps secure devices (Mac or PC) that have been left unattended for too long.

How the Policy Works

• Electric will enforce existing OS settings via Jamf Pro (Macs) and Kaseya (PCs) to require a password to unlock the device after 15 minutes of idle time.

• Once display sleep or screensaver begins, a password will be required to resume using the device.

• End users may adjust this setting at any time.

  • Macs: The policy will reinforce the setting at every check in.

  • PCs: The policy will not reinforce. Device admin permissions are required to change this setting.