October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month

Barry University Champions Awareness Month

Barry University has become a Champion of National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM) 2015. Coordinated and led by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and the Department of Homeland Security, NCSAM has grown exponentially since its inception twelve years ago, reaching consumers, businesses, educational institutions and young people across the nation and internationally.

Celebrated every October, National Cyber Security Awareness Month was created as a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure everyone has the resources needed to stay safer and more secure online.

As an official Champion, Barry University recognizes its commitment to cybersecurity and online safety. Check out our NCSAM efforts and stay tuned for more details about:

  • SAVE THE DATE: Social Engineering with Enterprise Risk Management Guest Speaker(s)
    Thursday, October 22, 2015, 4-5pm
    Andreas 111
    • Cyber Security tips and information will appear through Barry University social media channels
    • Launching cyber security awareness training for all University faculty and staff
    • Phishing Scam Awareness Campaign targeting University faculty and staff
  • SAVE THE DATE: Cyber Security Criminal Case Study with the FBI
    Guest Speaker(s)
    Thursday, October, 29, 2015, 12-1pm
    Landon Events Room

For more information about National Cyber Security Awareness Month, visit http://www.staysafeonline.org/ncsam. You can also follow and use the hashtag #cyberaware on social media throughout the month.


Any questions or concerns about the content in this email, please contact the Information Security Office iso@barry.edu .