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From the hours we spend online each day to the number of devices we own, we're more connected now than ever — and more vulnerable to cyberthreats. Although National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) is almost over, the Information Security Office offers resources year-round to help.

For the sixth year, UIT’s Information Security Office (ISO) will participate in National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM). This year’s NCSAM theme is focused on understanding your digital profile, protecting your privacy, and maintaining all your data and devices going forward.

UIT is pleased to announce that Corey Roach has been named the University of Utah's permanent chief information security officer (CISO) effective Oct. 1, 2019. Roach has served as interim CISO since July.

With school back in session, students, faculty, and staff are likely more connected to the internet and their devices than ever. That means they — and the university — are more exposed to cyberthreats. With some simple steps, however, it’s possible to reduce those risks.

UIT's Information Security Office recently launched a Canvas course for U students discussing online safety and information security. The training also has been published to its training website and is available to the entire U community.

Colleagues said goodbye to Chief Information Security Officer Randy Arvay at a farewell reception on July 12. Dr. Arvay left the University of Utah to become CISO at Duke University Health System.

On January 14, 2020, Microsoft will stop providing security updates and support for the Microsoft Windows 7 operating system, which is a decade old. Windows 8.1 users should also upgrade, as extended support for that version will soon expire, too.

Based on a recommendation from the Network Architecture Community of Practice (NACoP), the U will move forward with a moderate investment in "protect by default" firewall model.

While the General Data Protection Regulation applies only to those physically present in the European Union, the U and other organizations outside of the EU must follow the personal data regulations.

UIT is pleased to announce that Trevor Long has been named the new associate director for Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), reporting to Chief Information Security Officer Dr. Randy Arvay in UIT's Information Security Office, effective December 21, 2018.