ITS Office of Information Security

About Us

Led by the Chief Information Security Officer, the Office of Information Security (ITS-OIS) is the University's information security unit. ITS-OIS supports Appalachian State University's mission by advancing the management of risks related to University information resources and fostering resilient and safe computing environments for the University community.

Read more about

Training & Awareness

Learn how to protect yourself from common information security threats like phishing and identity theft
Find campus security tools, such as tools for remote access and data encryption
Access security awareness training for faculty & staff

Policies

Learn about university policies, standards, and guidelines for secure information management, such as payment card policies, data management standards, and secure file storage and sharing guidelines.

Read more about

Recent Updates

Recent Equifax Data Breach
Online Security Awareness Training Available To All Faculty/Staff
Mobile Device Security Guidelines
University Data Management Standard Approved (PDF)
Guidance on Storing and Sharing Data - Data Classification Guidance

ITS Office of Information Security

About Us

Training & Awareness

Policies

Recent Updates

Internet Storm Center Status