As the conflict in Ukraine escalates, Information Technology Services (ITS) is alerting the University of Nebraska at Kearney campus of the increased threat of cyber-attacks. “The potential to be negatively impacted – attacked – has increased as sanctions against Russia are implemented,” said Andrea Childress, chief information officer. “There are steps we can take to strengthen our defenses and protect ourselves.” Steps students, faculty and staff should take to … [Read more...] about ITS leaders ask UNK campus to be aware of increased threat of cyber attacks
Cyber Security
New cyber systems chair Hossain envisions world-class program at UNK
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – There’s a reason Liaquat Hossain is leaving the University of Hong Kong to settle in central Nebraska. He sees the potential at the University of Nebraska at Kearney, where the new cyber systems department fits his vision for the future. “I think it can be a world-class educational program,” Hossain said. “The university is ready for that.” Hossain, a professor of information management, associate dean of … [Read more...] about New cyber systems chair Hossain envisions world-class program at UNK
Technology, Teaching, Teamwork: Hollman helping protect businesses from cyber attacks
By UNK COMMUNICATIONS Today, technology plays an important role in every discipline and industry. Technology allows businesses to work more effectively and efficiently, but communication often creates challenges for businesses and organizations. Angela Hollman is determined to find solutions for improving the communication processes between information technology departments and business executives, especially with the emerging need to protect against cyber … [Read more...] about Technology, Teaching, Teamwork: Hollman helping protect businesses from cyber attacks
Cyber security students draw attention of U.S. Department of Defense
UNK experiencing high demand, success in tech industry KEARNEY – When Angela Hollman answered her phone March 19 she was in for a surprise. The defense department has been watching her collegiate team of six that recently won the North Central Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition and qualified for the national stage in San Antonio April 24-26. The defense department told Hollman they want to recruit the University of Nebraska at Kearney students. All of … [Read more...] about Cyber security students draw attention of U.S. Department of Defense