Keesler scores well on cyber security report

Published June 13, 2012
By Charles Cerny
81st Communications Squadron

KEESLER AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- Last week a team of eight Defense Information Systems Agency command cyber readiness inspectors from US CYBER Command at Ft. Meade, Md., evaluated Keesler's cyber security posture. They found and reported our cyber readiness to be "Outstanding" on the non-secure internet protocol network and "Excellent" on the secure internet protocol network.

Securing the cyber domain is everyone's responsibility and everyone has a role in that effort. Team Keesler came together in preparation for this inspection and everyone's efforts are clearly reflected in the grades. Everyone from the system administrators to the normal user, all played key roles in securing the ratings received from the DISA inspection team.

Continue to keep computers and information by using these practices every day:

· Lock computers and remove common access cards when leaving the system unattended
· Never download e-mail attachments from unknown senders
· Treat all passwords and personal identification numbers like a toothbrush - don't share them with others
· Never connect any device to your computer via USB
· Protect Personally Identifiable Information data by encrypting e-mail and files
· Report spam and scams to your unit Information Assurance Officer; never forward them.
· Be careful not to post deployment or other official information to social media sites
· Always secure your office area when empty and departing at the end of the day
· Challenge anyone in your areas that you do not recognize; find out why they are there and determine the reason is legitimate; report suspicious personnel to your unit security manager
· Ensure positive access control procedures are followed at all times; control the movement of visitors in your areas and facilities; provide escorts when necessary
· Report suspicious requests for information to your unit security manager or supervisor.

Leaner 81st CS still keeps base communicating