Many security breaches occur because computer users are uninformed or unsuspecting, unaware of security threats and how to protect themselves. It's everyone’s responsibility to protect University and personal data from such attacks. View cyber security tips and learn more about how to keep yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft.
Cyber Security Awareness Month
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. In support of this national, cross-industry collaborative initiative to engage and educate Internet users on the practices of safe computing, the IT Security and Policy Office at UVa offers information, events, and resources to improve cyber security both at work and at home. All events are free and open to members of the University community.
The "Who's Watching Charlottesville?" Campaign
Many of the annual cyber security awareness events at UVa are part of the successful “Who's Watching Charlottesville?” initiative to promote cyber security awareness in the Charlottesville-Albemarle area during October, which is National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The campaign is a cross-sector community initiative partnering ITC with the UVa Community Credit Union, the city and county governments, and other public and private partners to help area residents learn how to better protect themselves and their loved ones online. View events associated with this initiative or the press coverage of the “Who's Watching?” activities.
UVa Wins National Award for Cyber Security Video
UVa was recognized by SIGUCCS, a national association for higher education IT professionals, for its video, “The Job Interview,” which won a “Best of Category” Communications Award in 2007. Watch the 1-minute video.
Security Awareness Training Required for All UVa Faculty & Staff
All faculty, staff, and student employees with UVa computing accounts are required to complete the brief online security awareness training. If you haven't yet completed the training, you may do so now. Questions? Contact the Security office.