Education
Cybersecurity education is the first step to keeping cyberthreats at bay. Learn about the KnowBe4 platform, Institute compliance training, and other cybersecurity education resources below.
KnowBe4
KnowBe4 is the provider of the world’s largest security-awareness training and simulated phishing platform. Organizations -- including the University System of Georgia (USG) -- use KnowBe4 to teach end users about the importance of cybersecurity. Georgia Tech employees use the platform to complete the Institute's biannual compliance trainings. These mandatory trainings help employees understand and uphold USG and Institute policies and compliance obligations.
Access KnowBe4 at b.gatech.edu/KnowBe4 and learn how to navigate the platform via this video tutorial.
The Inside Man
The Inside Man is an award-winning, six-season KnowBe4 original series that delivers security awareness principles embedded in each episode that teach users key cybersecurity best practices and makes learning how to make smarter security decisions engaging. Watch the trailer for the first season of KnowBe4's security awareness video series above and watch seasons 1 through 5 by logging into Georgia Tech KnowBe4 and visiting the dashboard 'Library.'
Are you staying vigilant against phishing attacks?
Cybersecurity breaches usually begin through phishing, a malicious email to trick a recipient into revealing passwords and other sensitive information. Know how to spot the signs of a phishing attempt.
Dos & Don'ts
Here are key cybersecurity 'dos' and 'don’ts' to keep you and your information safe from cyberthreats at Georgia Tech.
DO
- DO immediately forward suspicious emails to phishing@gatech.edu.
- DO verify your two-factor authentication (2FA) notifications. Before accepting DUO phone calls or notifications, ensure that it has been initiated by you or someone you trust. If you receive unexpected or suspicious verification notifications, do not accept them.
- DO report potential data incidents or if you suspect that you are being targeted by a two-factor authentication scam or any other personal information breach to the OIT Security Operations Center at soc@gatech.edu.
DON'T
- DON'T reply to suspicious emails or text messages. Also, don't visit any links within the email or text message and do not forward suspicious messages to others.
- DON’T enter sensitive, protected, regulated or confidential data into an AI tool, no matter if it is approved for use at the Institute or not.
- DON'T provide personal information, account credentials, or verification codes over the phone, unless you are absolutely certain of the identity of the caller.
Protection
Learn how the Office of Information Technology is keeping cyberthreats at bay. Learn about two-factor authentication methods available and the latest on AI guidance at the Institute.
Strengthening Defenses
As part of its ongoing commitment to strengthen Georgia Tech’s defenses against cyber threats, OIT recently implemented changes to available two-factor authentication methods. Learn what's changed and what's upcoming.
AI Guidance at Georgia Tech
Explore best practices for leveraging AI while safeguarding Institute assets and upholding Georgia Tech’s commitment to technology advancement and innovation.
Protect Your Accounts with Two-Factor Authentication
Learn about two-factor authentication methods available -- such as Duo Mobile, tokens, and passkeys -- to keep your Georgia Tech accounts safe.
What is the Security Operations Center?
The OIT Cyber Security Operations Center (SOC) is a team that specializes in detecting, monitoring, and addressing cybersecurity concerns related to the Institute on a daily basis. If you ever think your Georgia Tech accounts have been compromised, contact SOC at soc@gatech.edu. Learn more about SOC via the knowledge article below.
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