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Resources
Information Security Hub
Information Security is everyone’s responsibility. The 51ÂÜÀòInformation Technology Department wants to make sure our community has the tools, information, and resources we need in order to combat the growing cybersecurity threats we face. At the 51ÂÜÀòInformation Security Hub website, you’ll find useful content on how to protect your personal information, assets, and University data as well as important information on the latest security issues.
The page is updated routinely.
IT Policies at RWU.
51ÂÜÀòis committed to providing Technology Training to faculty, staff, and students.
Other Resources
Facilities
In the Forensics and Networking Security (FANS) lab, students work with cutting-edge technology to learn how to solve issues around hacking and cyberattacks and discover how to acquire, analyze and manage evidence collected from computers or mobile devices.
If you need help, Please contact:
Dr. Doug White
email: dwhite@rwu.edu
Instructions to access Azure with an 51ÂÜÀòaccount.
If you need help, please contact:
Prof. Russell Beauchemin
rbeauchemin@rwu.edu
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is the Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Resource Directory. Through the National Cryptologic Foundation, the National Security Agency funded the CARD system to provide CAE institutions, government organizations, and industry groups with cybersecurity education resources. CARD's mission is to help produce high-quality cybersecurity professionals within the United States by providing high-quality and relevant resources.
Clubs and Organizations
will provide support for student learning by creating a community for those interested in cybersecurity and information security. Club activities range from student gatherings to professional speakers, as well as trips to professional development conferences (Defcon, Bsides, Hackfest, etc.).
e-mail: cic@g.rwu.edu
Instagram:
Conferences and Competitions
There are many conferences related to Cybersecurity and digital forensics but here are a few important conferences to consider:
- — High Technology Crime Investigation Association.
There are competitions and challenges on a regular or annual basis. Here is a list of some popular challenges:
Online Labs
Cybersecurity Careers
- Chief Information Officer
- Computer Programmer
- Computer Technician
- Consultant
- Cyber Security Specialist
- Data Archiving/Security
- Database Administrator
- Information Assurance
- Information Security Manager
- Information Systems Security Specialist
- IT Analyst
- IT Auditor
- IT Security Administrator
- IT Security Tester
- IT Support Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Network Engineer
- Network Security Officer
- Risk Manager
- Sales/Marketing
- Security Engineer
- Security Operations Tech
- Technology Forensics
- Web Administrator
General Industry
- Business & Corporations
- Communications & Utilities Companies
- Computer & Technology Companies
- Engineering Firms
- Federal, State, & Local Government
- Financial Institutions
- Healthcare
- Insurance Firms
- Universities & Colleges
Rhode Island and Regional Employers
- Bristol Warren Regional School District
- Cumberland Farms
- Defensive Intuition LLC
- Fashion Accessories First
- FM Global
- IGT Global Solutions Corporation
- Massachusetts State Police
- McLaughlin Research Corporation
- Raython BBN
- Rhode Island State Police
- 51ÂÜÀò - IT Dept.
- SkOUT Secure Intelligence
- True North Networks
- Tufts Medical Center
- Vault Solutions
- Register with
- Identify Who Hired Hawks
- Identify Job Scams
- Search Job and Internship Fair Employer Lists
- Google it
- Search Job Boards and Posting Sites
- Search Career-Specific and Niche Sites
- Consider Employment Agencies
- Network, Network, Network
- Consider Working Remotely
- - An article by Glassdoor.
- - How to find a job and be successful working from home.
- - Identify various red flags to look out for, common scams and resources for victims to turn to.
- - A listing service for job seekers interested in working remotely.
- Analytical mind
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Logical
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- Programming languages
- Quantitative skills
- Solution oriented
- Team player
- Technical knowledge
- Time management skills
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Occupational Outlook Handbook
Handling Relocation
- — An extensive collection of resources on moving and relocation guides, cost of living and demographics, school and health care directories, and real estate.
- — Compare statistics of up to 4 cities side-by-side. Review demographics, cost of living and employment data simultaneously.
- - Relocating post graduation? In My Area offers services to install internet and home security. Type in your address and search for the best price.
- — Find apartments all over the country.
- - RENTCafé offers apartment seekers a quick, easy to use, and accessible resource to begin relocation.
- - Business search by state, city or zip code for company ratings.
- - National database of top employers by major.
- - Consumer information on how to avoid scams and rip-offs, and tips on other consumer topics.
- - Search companies that you might be concerned of their legitimacy.
- - Index of state and local consumer agencies.
- - Research industries, careers, companies and more.
Last Updated 11-01-2023