S.E.C.U.R.E. I.T.

Security awareness training is the most effective means of securing the world’s cyberspace. The adage “think globally and act locally” aptly applies to cyberspace and it’s legion of users because IT Security is difficult to achieve unless a cooperative and layered approach is employed by everyone. IT security begins with collective user awareness and shared responsibility. George Mason University’s central computer unit, Information Technology Unit (ITU), works cooperatively to secure the enterprise systems and the network infrastructure. It is the individual users responsibility to understand the University policies and apply safe computing practices when using Mason’s resources.

How to S.E.C.U.R.E. I.T.

Simple (All users can implement these procedures)
Effective (Many security problems can be solved by following the procedures)
Concerned (All users should be concerned about security)
Useful (Security procedures keep resources safe and available)
Responsibility (All users must follow the Responsible Use of Computing Policy)
Economical (Resources are protected and staff time is conserved)

Information (Protecting confidentiality, integrity and accessibility)
Technology (Equipment is protected, hardware is preserved)