The “Information Security: Our Shared Responsibility” training course, #10021144, is now available in the Learning Management System. This eLearning course — which is mandatory for all Postal Career Executive Service, Executive Administrative Service, and Inspection Service employees who use the Postal Service™ computer network — is designed to provide a basic understanding of computer security issues and best practices to help maintain information security.
After completing the course, employees will be able to:
n Describe the importance of securing and protecting data, information, hardware, and system applications.
n Define sensitive and sensitive-enhanced information.
n Recognize forms of social engineering.
n Apply steps to prevent computer viruses, worms, and Trojans.
The course will help employees adhere to and abide by USPS® email, Internet, telecommuting, and travel policies. Employees will also learn how to protect logins and passwords, explain encryption types and when to use them, and comply with USPS incident reporting procedures.
— Corporate Information Security Office,
Chief Information Officer, 6-27-13
