From : Abt IRM <IRM@abtassoc.com>
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Subject : General Security Awareness Training – Required for All Staff
Received On : 14.12.2014 16:47
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Securing information is a critical part of our work.  We must safeguard our own data and protect the data our clients entrust to us.  IRM is pleased to announce “General Security Awareness (GSA) Training,” which is mandatory for all Abt staff around the world. Staff may take this training from an Abt-approved iPad or computer.

 

When must training be completed?
You will have four weeks to complete the GSA Training.  It is available online beginning December 11th and continuing through January 11, 2015. 

 

Is General Security Awareness Training required?
Yes, it is mandatory for all Abt staff, domestic and those based outside the United States.  We will circulate a list of non-completions to supervisors and to the MAG one week prior to the deadline.  Employees who fail to complete the training by the deadline may be placed on unpaid administrative leave.

 

Will a charge code be provided?
Yes, time for completing GSA Training will be covered up to 1 hour.  The charge code is provided at the end of the training.
 
What does GSA Training cover?
To support the challenging landscape of security threats, the IRM Business Working Group provides training and assistance to our global Abt community.  GSA Training includes:

Are there options for languages other than English?
Yes, training and materials are also provided in Arabic, French, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.  To access these languages, contact the IT Service Center to set your language preference.
 
What if I'm a new employee and just took the training?
Any employee that has completed the General Security Awareness training as part of the New Employee Orientation after October 1st, 2014 does not need to retake the training.
 
How do I get started on GSA Training? 
Just follow these simple steps to launch the training from your Abt-approved devices - a computer or iPad:

  1. Open your Web browser.
    1. If you are using an iPad outside the office, open the Cisco AnyConnect App and turn on the VPN.
  2. Enter the following address:  http://abt.securingthehuman.org
  3. If asked for login credentials, enter your Abt username and password.
  4. Begin your training with “Introduction” and view each module. The final module is labeled “End.”

 

What should I do if I have trouble accessing or watching the GSA Training? 
If you are having issues accessing the training, please contact your local IT Manager or the IT Service Center.  

 

IT Service Center Contact information:
  Ext:  4357 (HELP)
  Phone:  866-ABT-HELP (866-228-4357)
  Email:  ITServiceCenter@abtassoc.com
  Skype: ITServiceCenter_Abt

 

 
If you have any questions about data security needs or training, please contact IRM. 
Thank you for supporting this important initiative!
Mary Harper
Chief Information Officer
IRM Executive Sponsor

 

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