MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– Symantec Corp. (NASDAQ: SYMC), the world’s leading cyber security company, today announced its commitment to the National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) campaign, “Own IT. Secure IT. Protect IT,” which encourages everyone to #BeCyberSmart. In support of the initiative, Symantec has launched an educational microsite featuring blog and video content, as well as three new webinars featuring cybersecurity experts from Symantec.

Held annually in October, NCSAM is a collaborative effort co-led by National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency (CISA) of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to bring awareness to the importance of online safety and privacy, and ensure every American has the proper resources to be safer and more secure online.

“We are on a mission to empower people all around the globe to take control of their cyber safety,” said Samir Kapuria, executive vice president and general manager, Consumer Digital Safety, Symantec. “Cyber safety in today’s connected world is challenging, as the risks one has to manage in their daily life span across device security, identity protection and personal digital privacy. Our goal is to simplify the complexities of protection from cyber threats.”

Symantec’s planned webinars will highlight each aspect of this year’s theme:

• Own IT features Paige Hanson, chief of identity theft education at Norton LifeLock, and National PTA as they advise consumers on social media safety, the importance of updating privacy settings, and best practices for using device applications.
• Secure IT features Dina Steinke,senior director and interim security leader at Norton LifeLock, alongside TechSoup to discuss creating strong passphrases, using multi-factor authentication, practicing safe online shopping, and spotting and avoiding phishing scams.
• Protect IT features Kevin Haley, senior director of Symantec Security Technology & Response, who informs consumers on the importance of updating security software, web browser and operating systems; offers Wi-Fi safety information; and provides tips on how consumers can keep their data and personal information safe.

“Cybersecurity is important to the success of all businesses and organizations. NCSA is proud to have such a strong and active community helping to encourage proactive behavior and prioritize cybersecurity in their organizations,” said Kelvin Coleman, executive director, NCSA.

To learn more about how to better protect your connected devices, online privacy and identity, visit the new microsite at symantec.com/campaigns/national-cyber-security-awareness-month.

For more information about NCSAM and how to participate in a wide variety of activities, visit staysafeonline.org/ncsam. You can also follow and use the official NCSAM hashtag #BeCyberSmart on social media throughout the month.