CSU Security Awareness Training
Ensuring the security and integrity of our data is of utmost importance to CSU Bakersfield and the CSU system. Each of us plays an integral role in this process. To assist you in safeguarding the privacy and confidentiality of our campus community data, you will be required to take the Data Security and Privacy training.
The Data Security and Privacy training course is available through SkillSoft and must be completed within 30 days of notification. Note: You will be notified via email when to take the training.
Getting assistance
The training course is a web-based application. See our support page for more information.
Policy
Annually, all employees must take "Data Security and Privacy" training course. New employees are required to take the training within 30 days of employment, or sooner if required by your department. In addition to this policy, other requirements for security awareness may be found in the Integrated California State University Administrative Manual under CSU Policies: Section 8000 – Information Security.
Procedure
Bi-monthly Information Security staff will email users that are 30 days past their compliance date with reminders that they must take Data Security and Privacy training.
More information
For more information or group training arrangements, please email InformationSecurity@csub.edu.
Posters, Articles and Handouts
- Laptop theft 2012
- Smartphone tips 2012
- CyberSecurity News "Top Ten" 2012/2013 Volume 1, Issue 1
- The Runner Article 10-10-2012
- The Runner Article 10-17-2012
- The Runner Article 10-24-2012
- The Runner Article 10-31-2012
Helpful Links
- Mobile app security: 5 ways to protect your smartphone
- Just for you: Educators, Parents, Techies, and Kids
- Back to School with New Devices (Mobile Safety)
- Microsoft, Safety & Security Center
- Federal Trade Commission: Identity Theft
- For Everyone
- National Cyber Security Awareness Month
- Stay Safe Online - NCSAM
Fun Videos
- The Protection Connection - Learn to protect yourself online with Privacy settings and good online practices.
- Invasion of the Wireless Hackers - Questions related to wireless security.
- Spam Scam Slam - Don't get slammed by the next spam scam.
- Online Lineup - Find out if you're a shrewd online shopper who can spot a risky offer.