Faculty and Staff
Welcome to the faculty and staff page for IT Security at VT. The resources below will assist you in your many IT security related needs.
Three Critical Steps
1. Update your operating systems and software frequently.
2. Install and update Anti-virus software.
3. Use a firewall
Resources and Tools
- Viginia Tech IDS Scan
- VT WSUS - Windows Software Update Service
- STAR Risk Analysis
- Business Recovery Plan
- Audit My PC -Great resource with many helpful links and tools for online security
- Vendor Tools & Information
- Security procedures and checklist for securing your system
- VTnet CD and VTnet Online
Helpful Links
- Security Review Information
- IRM Forms
- Request Awareness Session
- Virginia Tech Security Presentations and Papers
- Social Networking Safety Tips-VT
- Social Security Number Procedures-VT
- Virginia Information Technology Agency
- Movie Industry (MPAA)
- Recording Industry (RIAA)
- User Groups at Virginia Tech
Related Links
Acceptable Use of Information Systems at VT
Computing.vt.edu
The one-stop computing resource site for VT
Antivirus.vt.edu
Virus protection software and downloads
Answers.vt.edu
Knowledge base with answers to common computing questions
VA SCAN
Virginias Alliance for Secure Computing site
EDUCAUSE
Computer and network security web site
Virginia Tech Policies/Compliance
Contact Information
Report a Violation
Report all violations to abuse@vt.edu