In today's society, we rely on technology, such as computers, smart phones and tablets, to stay connected to each other and to information resources. Information is more readily accessible - and more vulnerable.
At the Metropolitan Nashville Government, we firmly believe that information security is everyone's responsibility. We take steps to educate Metro employees to protect the information of Metro and our citizens.
Metro citizens can do their part too. Remember: Stop. Think. Connect.
- Stop - Before you use the Internet, take time to understand the risks and learn how to spot potential problems.
- Think - Take a moment to be certain the path ahead is clear. Watch for warning signs and consider how your actions online could impact your safety, or your family's.
- Connect - Enjoy the Internet with greater confidence, knowing you've taken the right steps to safeguard yourself and your computer.
2025 Monthly Information Security Newsletters
January 2025 - How to Improve Your Cyber Resilience
2024 Monthly Information Security Newsletters
- January 2024 - How to Recover from Ransomware
- February 2024 - Think Intelligently About Artificial Intelligence at Home
- March 2024 - How Your Phone Number is Exposed - Phone Number Leaks
- April 2024 - How to Avoid Falling for Falsehoods
- May 2024 - Don’t Blame the Victim - Fraud Shame and Cybersecurity
- June 2024 - Keeping Kids Engaged in Online Safety
- July 2024 - Pull the Shades Down on Your Browsing With a VPN
- August 2024 – Cyberbullying
- September 2024 - How Data Breach Fatigue Can Impact Your Digital Health
- October 2024 - Happy National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
- November 2024 - Securing Smart Speakers and Digital Assistants
- December 2024 - Stay Safe Online While Holiday Shopping
SANS Security Awareness Tips
- 2024-01 SANS Security Awareness - QR Codes
- 2024-02 SANS Security Awareness - Identity Theft Prevention, Detection and Response
- 2024-03 SANS Security Awareness - Messaging Do’s and Don’ts
- 2024-04 SANS Security Awareness - Start Your Career In Cybersecurity
- 2024-05 SANS Security Awareness - Top Three Ways Cyber Attackers Target You
- 2024-06 SANS Security Awareness - Going on Vacation: Simple Steps to Make it Cybersecure
- 2024-07 SANS Security Awareness - Spot and Stop Messaging Attacks
- 2024-08 SANS Security Awareness - Guard Against Romance Scams
- 2024-09 SANS Security Awareness - Phantom Voices - Defend Against Voice Cloning Attacks
- 2024-10 SANS Security Awareness - How to Outwit Malicious Mobile Apps
- 2024-11 SANS Security Awareness - Lock Down Your Financial Accounts
- 2024-12 SANS Security Awareness - Credential Harvesting
- 2025-01 SANS Security Awareness - Smart Home Devices
Information Security Tips
- Cyber Safe Traveling
- Data Destruction
- Dual Factor Authentication
- Good Password Practices
- Keep a Clean Machine
- Keeping Kids Safe Online
- Mobile Device Protection
- Phishing
- Physical Security
- Recovering from Identity Theft
- Safe Online Gaming
- Securing the Internet of Things
- Shopping Online Securely
- Social Engineering
- Socializing Securely
Additional Resources
Federal Trade Commission: Cybersecurity Basics
For more information email CISO@nashville.gov.