AI Integration and Information Security in the Administrative Unit of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rivers State

Bara, Imaobong  Ignatius; Chimaobim Ijeoma  Inko-Tariah

Authors

Bara, Imaobong Ignatius Department of Business Education, Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Chimaobim Ijeoma Inko-Tariah Department of Business Education, Faculty of Education, Ignatius Ajuru University of Education Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, information security, Confidentiality, Data Management, Technology Infrastructure, Authentication, Access Control, Administrative Staff

Abstract

In the evolving landscape of higher education, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information Security (InfoSec) have emerged as critical pillars of institutional transformation. This study investigated the relationship between AI integration and information security in the administrative unit of Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rivers State. Specifically, the study examined the impact of technology infrastructure on confidentiality and the relationship between data management and authentication/access control. A correlational research design was adopted, involving 165 administrative staff selected through stratified random sampling. Data were collected using a validated structured questionnaire and analyzed using Pearson’s correlation. The results revealed a significant positive relationship between technology infrastructure and confidentiality (r = 0.612, p < 0.05) and between data management and authentication/access control (r = 0.573, p < 0.05). The study concluded that secure and effective AI deployment depends on robust infrastructure, proper data management, and human-ware readiness. Recommendations were made for infrastructural upgrades, staff training, ethical policy development, and enhanced access control systems.