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Command Cyber Readiness Inspection: don't be 'that Airman'

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  • By 2nd Lt. Ryan Barnes
  • 87th Communications Squadron
JOINT BASE MCGUIRE-DIX-LAKEHURST, N.J. --  It is imperative that everyone does his or her part to ensure the networks he or she utilizes are as secure as possible with the upcoming Command Cyber Readiness Inspection for Air Force Network users and in light of recent cyber threats reported in the news. Users should follow sound security practices to avoid being "that Airman." Security tips are as follows:

--Don't have a SIPR terminal that faces a hallway or window.
--Have proper labels on computers, phones and other devices.
--Use the Network Incident Reporting Aid.
--Don't open email attachments without knowing who they're from.
--Don't click on web links without verifying the link.
--Don't send sensitive information via e-mail without encryption or on the wrong network.
--Don't walk away from a computer without removing a common access card.

The examples given are easy ways to increase network security. It only takes one "kink in the armor" to infiltrate a network and steal valuable or sensitive information.