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Security Training

Security Training. USAID 2000. Information Security. W H Y ??. Two Reasons: It’s a responsibility It’s the law (Computer Security Act 1987). Training Objectives. What is Computer Security The Threats What is your role as a user?. Computer Security. Definition

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Security Training

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  1. Security Training USAID 2000

  2. Information Security

  3. W H Y ?? • Two Reasons: • It’s a responsibility • It’s the law (Computer Security Act 1987)

  4. Training Objectives • What is Computer Security • The Threats • What is your role as a user?

  5. Computer Security • Definition Measures required to protect against: • unauthorized access (accidental or intentional) • malicious modification of data • destruction of data, networks and computer resources • or denial of service to process data.

  6. Data Classifications • CLASSIFIED (CONFIDENTIAL, SECRET, TOP SECRET) • SENSITIVE BUT UNCLASSIFIED (TECHNICAL, PROPRIETARY, PROGRAM SPECIFIC) • UNCLASSIFIED

  7. Computer Security • Confidentiality • Integrity • Availability

  8. Workstation Protection (1) • Comply with the physical security requirements.

  9. Workstation Protection (2) • Never leave your computer unattended while you are logged in • log off at the end of the day • Protect sensitive information • store it in a private area

  10. Password Requirements • Passwords must be at least six characters (alphanumeric) • e.g., I8NY2x Dog&Man3 • Passwords must be changed periodically • USAID - Cairo requires every 12 weeks • Treat Your Password Like A Toothbrush… Don’t Share It, and Change It Often!

  11. Password Protection • NEVER disclose your password! • Personal passwords must remain private • Don’t let anyone else use it • Don’t write it down • Don’t type a password while others watch • Don’t record password on-line or e-mail it • Don’t use easily guessed words, like children’s names, spouse, pet, birthday and phone number

  12. Virus Protection • Run antivirus programs on a regular basis. • Do not use any outside floppies/ disks on your system without running a virus scan first. Many viruses are introduced because virus scanning was not performed. • No illegal duplication of S/W rule - this reduces the spread of virus and avoids legal headaches • Do not boot from diskette if possible

  13. Data and File Backups • Backup your important data • Verify your backups

  14. Internet Security • Do not download and install programs from the Internet without consulting DMS • for example, screen savers, chatting programs • Do not remove the Security wallpaper. This is an Agency requirement • Do not pass on Chain Letters, rumors and jokes

  15. What is the Mission doing to minimize Risk? • Server Protection • Workstation Protection • Firewalls • Backups • Training

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