The May issue of Information Security Tips outlines the importance of creating a strong password. Your password is more than just a key to your computer or online account, it is a gateway to all of your important information. This newsletter provides information related to specific security standards for state employees and general information that home computer users will find valuable in protecting against cyber and information attacks.

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The Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) received the RichTech Technology Innovation Developer Award at last month’s 17th Annual Technology Stars Gala. DHCD’s win represents the first time a state agency has won a RichTech award. DHCD was recognized for the recent development and implementation of a customer portal that integrates multiple business processes for its non-profit and local government clients into a single, online process.

Commonwealth’s Information Security Officers Advisory Group (ISOAG) held its monthly meeting on May 2. Lt. Colonel Eric DeLange, Commander 83 NOS, provided a high level overview of the Air Force Cyber Operations. The session was hosted by Commonwealth Chief Information Security Officer Michael Watson and VITA.

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The May issue of Network News includes information about annual disaster recovery testing, eGov services transition planning, upcoming due date for ProSight reports, inactive Service Center accounts and layout changes to Active Directory. Other news includes a recent presentation on the infrastructure roadmap, upcoming meetings and links to other VITA publications.

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