Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021

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October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM)

The Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), in partnership with the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA), annually recognizes October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month.  This year’s theme is “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart”.

This month, we highlight ways we can keep cybersecure.

Weekly Email Communications

In October, we will email students and employees with cybersecurity-related news and tips.  Links to those communications will be added below.

Week 1 – 10/5/21

Subject:  Make it a Habit (Version for Students and Employees)

Topic included 10 of our most recommended cybersecurity tips.

Week 2 – 10/12/21

Subject:  Phishing Awareness - Don't Get Hooked!

Topic included 10 of our most recommended tips for detecting phishing scam emails.

Week 3 – 10/20/21

Subject:  Securing Your Data

Topic included 5 of our most recommended tips for secure file handling. 

Week 4 – 10/28/21

Subject:  Cybersecurity First. Our Shared Responsibility. (Version for Students and Employees)

Topic included 6 of our most recommended tips for reminders that strengthen the security for the Beach Community. 

Additional Resources

Stay Safe Online Library

Video: If you connect it, protect it

Information Security Education videos by KnowBe4