Information Security

Useful Links

Security can be a very broad subject…from computer security in the work place to personal and family security considerations in your private life. There is plenty to think about and consider…like issues related to sensitive personal information and the protection of your personal privacy online. Below are a wide variety of security-related links to information you might find useful. We encourage you to take some time and explore some of these information sites to help you become better informed as a citizen of the City or a guest.

Resources & Helpfuls Links

• The SANS Security Policy Project - SANS.ORG
• Why You Should Google Yourself -- And Often! - ZDNET.COM
• What to Do If Your Identity has been Stolen - ACROBAT pdf
• An Introduction to Computer Security: The NIST Handbook - NIST.GOV
• HIPAA Regulations/Security Standards - HIPAADVISORY.COM
• EPRI Security Primer - ACROBAT pdf
• Pop Quizzes by Certification Type or Vendor - CERTCITIES.COM
• NIST Computer Security Incident Handling Guide ACROBAT PDF
• AntiOnline: Maximum Security for the Connected World - ANTIONLINE.COM
• Consumer's Guide to Internet Safety, Privacy and Security - NCLNET.ORG
• Look Both Ways Online Safety Site - LOOK-BOTH-WAYS.COM
• Avoiding Social Engineering and Phishing Attacks - US-CERT.GOV
• Recognizing and Avoiding Email Scams - US-CERT.GOV

The links below are for online sites and local firms who provide IT security training by certified professionals. SANS has also been included, as they provide specialized training opportunities in the Seattle/Bellevue area.

SANS Certification and Training      Edmonds Community College - Business/Tech Center      SQLSoft      ESSI      Netdesk - Specializing in Microsoft Products      Free Information Security training site      Digital Forensics Training