office of information technology

Mar 2, 2017

NC State Gets Tough to Fight Phishing

To protect NC State employees from online scams and identity theft, the university is requiring the use of two-factor authentication to access most Web-based university systems and accounts. Enroll now to safeguard your data. 

Jan 26, 2017

Check Out Data Privacy Month

During Data Privacy Month, Jan. 28 to Feb. 28, the Office of Information Technology sponsors "Protect the Pack! Protect Your Data!" to empower you with tools to protect your privacy and control your digital footprint. 

Jan 19, 2017

Maintenance to Impact IT System Feb. 4-5

A number of network services will be offline the weekend of Feb. 4 and 5 while the Office of Information Technology performs data center improvements and other system maintenance. 

Sep 22, 2016

Cyber Security Phishing Fair Oct. 4

Dive into National Cyber Security Awareness Month by attending NC State’s first phishing fair. The event promises a variety of games as well as tasty fair food, including Howling Cow ice cream. 

Sep 14, 2016

Save the Date: 5 Years of Google

Remember 2011, when Game of Thrones debuted, the 99 percent got fussy and Google Apps arrived to occupy NC State? We’ll celebrate at least one of those events on Nov. 30 with speakers, contests and prizes. 

Sep 7, 2016

Don’t Get Snagged by Phishing Scams

Cyber attacks are on the rise. To fight back, NC State is hosting numerous events in October to help you identify and stop the spread of phishing attacks on campus. It’s all part of National Cyber Security Awareness Month. 

Jul 20, 2016

Classes Help You Master Online Tools

Flummoxed by Google Apps or other information technology tools? Then sign up for one or more courses offered by the Office of Information Technology this summer. 

May 3, 2016

NC State to Tighten Password Security

The Office of Information Technology is upgrading several services May 11 so campus users will get more timely reminders to change their passwords. The goal is to make your data more secure. 

Mar 22, 2016

Maintenance to Impact OIT Services April 2–3

Plan ahead if you need to access information from NC State’s computer network the weekend of April 2–3. A number of services, including MyPackPortal, may be unavailable due to scheduled system maintenance. 

Mar 17, 2016

Don’t Get Hooked by Phishing Scams

The vigilant folks in the Office of Information Technology pass along tips to help you avoid falling victim to a malicious phishing attack. Learn how to protect yourself and the university. 

Feb 25, 2016

Maintenance to Impact IT Services

NC State’s IT system may be unavailable for extended periods due to system maintenance on the weekend of March 5 and 6. 

Feb 4, 2016

Learn Cyber Safety During Data Privacy Month

Our friends in OIT will help you learn how to protect your privacy and control your digital footprint. Check out the resources available for this year’s Data Privacy Month. 

Nov 19, 2015

Learn About Research Apps, Data Recovery

Frustrated by the complexities of collecting or recovering volumes of research data? Our savvy friends in the Office of Information Technology have just the right tools for the job. They’ll even train you on how to take advantage of these time-saving programs. 

Oct 29, 2015

Panel to Discuss Data Security

NC State researchers interested in data security can attend a free Cyber Security Awareness Month panel discussion on Friday at the Talley Student Union. 

Oct 15, 2015

Meet the FBI Cybersquad Oct. 22

Cyber security is absolutely essential these days. Go behind the scenes with two special agents from the FBI Cybersquad and find out how you can safeguard your data and avoid costly and inconvenient security breaches.