University Information Security Office

University Faculty, Staff, and Students require secure computer systems and networks to accomplish the University’s mission of teaching, research, and service; therefore the University Information Security Office (UISO) employs measures to protect the security of its systems, networks, and accounts.

Directed by the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), the Office of Information Security aims to facilitate and further the mission of the University while maximizing the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the University’s distributed information technology assets, systems, networks, and data.

Tips & Best Practice

• Take the course! University Data Security & Privacy Training
• Tools to Work Wherever You Are
• Securing Your Accounts
• Secure Zoom Meetings

• Password Security
• Duo 2-Factor Authentication

News & Alerts

• Do Not Reply! – Text Message Gift Card Scam
• Learn About Active Phishing Attacks
• NetID Password Standard
• Cyber News
• Coronavirus (COVID-19) Resource Center

Security Standards

• A primer: Acceptable Use of GU Technology Resources
• Security Standards
• Risk Classifications
• Minimum Security
• Cloud Services

Policies

• University Security
• System Security
• Identity & Access Mgt
• Data Security
• 3rd-Party Technology
• Regulated Data

CONTACT US

• General cybersecurity information or guidance: help@georgetown.edu
• Report cyber issues or threats: CIRT@georgetown.edu