Information Security Office

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About the ISO

The mission of the Information Security Office (ISO) at Barry University is to mitigate the risk of cyber-incidents by safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our information systems, identities, and data assets. The ISO provides strategic security guidance, incident response, and fosters a culture of security awareness and compliance throughout the organization.

What We Do

Staff

Policies & Procedures

The policies and procedures developed by Barry University establish a structured approach to protecting University data, systems, and identities. These documents enable us to effectively align our security posture with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and support compliance with GLBA, FERPA, FIPA, GDPR, and cyber liability insurance requirements. They define expectations for responsible use, access control, data handling, and security awareness across the University community.

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Training & Awareness

The ISO offers a variety of programs designed not only to protect the university's data and IT resources but also to instill a culture of security awareness among both employees and students. Our goal is to empower every member of the Barry community with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize and respond to security threats effectively.

For students, in particular, we focus on fostering lifelong security habits that will serve them well beyond their time at Barry, helping them safeguard their personal information in their future professional and personal lives.

Cybersecurity Training for Friends and Family

Training and awareness are central to Barry University’s information security strategy.

Cybersecurity Tips

Tips

Star Check

Maintain Software Updates

Continuous Improvement

Use anti-virus software and a firewall

Phishing

Understand phishing scams

Key

Set your social media privacy settings to "Private" or "Friends Only"

Selected

Authentication should be two-factor or multi-factor

Remote

Backup your data on a regular basis

Wifi

Avoid using public Wi-Fi

Password

Use strong passwords and a password management tool

  • Star Check

    Maintain Software Updates

  • Continuous Improvement

    Use anti-virus software and a firewall

  • Phishing

    Understand phishing scams

  • Key

    Set your social media privacy settings to "Private" or "Friends Only"

  • Selected

    Authentication should be two-factor or multi-factor

  • Remote

    Backup your data on a regular basis

  • Wifi

    Avoid using public Wi-Fi

  • Password

    Use strong passwords and a password management tool

Identify the Types of Phishing

Phishing comes in many forms, and recognizing the differences is key to protecting yourself and your information. From deceptive emails and phone calls to suspicious text messages, cybercriminals use various tactics to trick users into giving up sensitive data. Learn how to identify the most common types of phishing so you can stay alert and secure!

Types of Phishing How to Report Phishing in Outlook

Generative AI Use Cases & Tips

Barry University embraces the responsible use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) to drive innovation across academics, operations, research, and student services. This resource outlines practical, vetted use cases and tools that empower faculty, staff, and students to work more efficiently,

create more dynamically, and make informed decisions—while staying aligned with University data governance standards.

Explore real-world applications, discover approved tools, and learn how AI can enhance learning, productivity, and engagement across campus.

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