October's National Cyber Security Awareness Month launched
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The organizers note, however, that National Cyber Security Awareness Month is only successful if organizations across the country organically promote and educate the behaviors and actions that will enable a more secure and safe online experience. Companies, organizations, libraries, and universities have major events and initiatives planned and ready for implementation in October. Among the many events include:
- Lockheed Martin with the Tech Council of Maryland will host high school students for a Cyber Security Awareness Day at their NexGen Cyber Innovation and Technology Center in Maryland to teach them about staying safe online and careers in cybersecurity.
- EMC and its RSA Security Division will send hundreds of volunteers out to K-12 schools and youth-based programs in 22 states and six countries to teach children and teens about online safety practices and behaviors. The volunteers, who will lead sessions throughout October, will use NCSA’s Cyber Security Awareness Volunteer Education (C-SAVE) curriculum.
“National Cyber Security Awareness Month has become an annual success due to the tremendous coordination and participation from a wide array of citizens, companies, organizations and governments throughout the nation,” said NCSA Executive Director Michael Kaiser. “Cyber security is our shared responsibility and last year we reached millions of Americans with that important message and this year hope to reach even more. We applaud those organizations that have already taken the initiative to participate in the National Cyber Security Awareness Month and encourage others to visit our Web site for other ways they can help make our online community safer and more secure.”
Anyone — family, employers, consumers, teachers, and students — interested in online safety is encouraged to access the National Cyber Security Awareness Month Web portal. The Web site hosts useful information including tip sheets, ideas for how to get involved, events, and additional awareness resources to help organizations and individuals participate in the public awareness and education campaign.
The portal offers printable materials for schools, businesses, government agencies, law enforcement and consumers as well as electronic materials for organizations to incorporate on their own websites. All NCSA materials are free and there is no cost for endorsements or event listings. Of the many resources on the site you will find:
- Tip Sheets: For online gaming, mobile devices, social networking and general Internet safety tips for parents and kids.
- Customizable Posters: A National Cyber Security Awareness Month poster that can be customized with a company or association logo or a message to help promote local activities.
- Endorsement Forms: Organizations, companies, and government agencies are encouraged to endorse National Cyber Security Awareness Month, which is made easy through an online endorsement form. Endorsers can be featured with their logo and web link on NCSA’s website.
- Event Calendar: The NCSA keeps a calendar of events taking place during October that focus on cybersecurity awareness and education. Organizations are welcome to submit events through NCSA’s online form to be included on the October calendar.
