Pillar Five: Security
“We protect information and build trust through transparency and accountability.”
Security with confidence: Deputy Chief Information Security Officer Kristin R. Benoodt helps lead UBIT’s work to protect university systems and information—strengthening preparedness, managing risk and helping UB respond effectively as threats evolve. Photo: Dennis Reed Jr.
Cultivate a university-wide shared responsibility for cybersecurity and privacy that promotes innovation and usability while safeguarding the University at Buffalo and its people.
Initiatives (Ongoing)
Establish and Mature a Third-Party Risk Management Program
A third-party risk management programed is being developed through program implementation and maturity of vendor risk management, software review, contract and procurement oversight, offboarding, business analysis, and governance.
Strengthen University Disaster Recovery Practices (Business Continuity Planning, Awareness, and Training Activities)
UB’s disaster recovery practices are being strengthened through business continuity planning, security awareness, and training activities such as tabletop exercises, educational content, and awareness events.
Align UB’s Cybersecurity Practices to Support Secure Research, Academic, and Administrative Work
UBIT is ensuring compliance with current and emerging frameworks, regulatory requirements, and evolving standards to support secure research, academic, and administrative operations.