New required cybersecurity training must be completed by May 17

The University of Oregon is committed to fortifying the university’s defenses against cyberattacks. An educated, informed, and alert community is an important line of defense. We are committed to protecting you and the university to the greatest extent possible.  

Information Services administers a cybersecurity training that must be completed by all faculty and staff.  
 

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Questions you might have: 

Who is required to take the training? When do I need to complete it? 

All faculty, classified employees, officers of administration, graduate employees, and student employees are required to complete the updated training by May 17, 2025.  

How do I take the training? 

The training is available on a new Secure-U Training platform and takes about 20 minutes to complete.  

You can pause and come back to complete the training in multiple sessions. If you're an hourly employee, you will be paid for time taking the training. If you're salaried, you can complete the training during your regular working hours. 

If you do not have access to a computer workstation, your unit will help you make arrangements for an alternate method. 

Why is the university making cybersecurity training a requirement?    

Cybersecurity is the responsibility of all. It is not isolated to Information Services and the systems it manages. Cyberattacks and data breaches target employee accounts and other access points to infiltrate UO systems with email continuing to be the most common point of entry.   

Cyber awareness training is crucial in equipping our workforce with the knowledge and skills needed to protect our employees and the university from cyber threats.    

The training covers various aspects of cybersecurity, including recognizing phishing attempts, creating strong passwords, and securing personal devices. 

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Where can I get more information about the training? 

Talk with your supervisor or your department’s HR professional. You can also visit the UO Service Portal, which links to topical resources and technical support. 

Is the training available to other members of the university community (e.g. students)? 

We are planning to make the training available to all members of the community. However, at this time it is only mandatory for university employees of all types. We plan to make an announcement at a later time to let the student community know about its availability and the benefits of participating in cybersecurity awareness training.  

Thank you! 

We appreciate your time spent taking the training, examining related resources, and thinking about how to make UO’s digital spaces safer and protecting the university against cyberattacks.