Cyber Security
About
Cyber security, also known as information security or infosec, is an important component of Clark College's technology portfolio and is becoming increasingly vital as our dependence on networks and connected devices grow. Information Technology Services is committed to providing a safe computing environment here on campus and also in preparing our students, faculty, and staff with the necessary knowledge to use technology safely elsewhere.
Own IT.
- Never Click and Tell: staying safe on social media
- Update Privacy Settings
- Keep Tabs on Your Apps: best practices for device applications
- Keeping it Secure (docx)
- Top Tips for Social Media (pdf)
- Anatomy of a Social Media Attack (pdf)
Secure IT.
- Shake Up Your Passphrase Protocol: create strong, unique passphrases
- Double Your Login Protection: turn on multi-factor authentication
- Shop Safe Online
- Play Hard To Get With Strangers: how to spot and avoid phish
- Navigating Phishy Social Engineering Ocean (docx)
- Time for Password Expiration to Die (docx)
- Browsing Safely - Factsheet (pdf)
- Passphrases (pdf)
- Shopping Securely (pdf)
Protect IT.
- If You Connect, You Must Protect: updating to the latest security software, web browser and operating systems
- Stay Protected While Connected: Wi-Fi safety
- If You Collect It, Protect It: keeping customer/consumer data and information safe
- Browsing Safely (docx)
- Phishing Can Happen To Anyone (pdf)
- Virtual Private Networks (pdf)
What is Cyber Security?
Cyber security is the process of protecting assets through means of preventing breaches, detecting anomalies and compromised controls, and responding to affected communities and law enforcement agencies when necessary.
Internet Storm Center Infocon Level
Services We Provide
- Incident Management and Response
- Regulations and Compliance (WA OCIO, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, FERPA, GLBA)
- Campus Outreach
- Security Operations