Jovia launches cybersecurity program for its members

Jovia Financial Credit Union has formed a new cybersecurity division.

Cyganix, the just-launched cybersecurity and cyberliteracy arm of the credit union, provides both business and individual members with current information and tools to further protect them from cyberattacks, hacking, phishing, spoofing, data theft and other types of online fraud and identity theft, according to a Jovia statement.

Credit union members can also opt to have proactive dark web scanning of their e-mails used for digital banking completed by the Cyganix team, who will alert them of potential personal data breaches or account compromises found and provide recommended remediation steps.

“No longer do criminals need to be in person to steal from you, they only need a keyboard and internet connection. Which is why every day, thousands of Americans fall victim to cyber criminals who use technology to steal identities, personal financial information, health records and money,” Daniel Ford, Jovia’s chief information security officer, said in the statement. “Jovia is committed to proactively assisting members to defend themselves from becoming victims of fraud, scams and schemes. The sophistication of cyber-attacks and fraud schemes is continuing to reach new levels, and most innocent individuals are unaware of all the different ways that they are being attacked, and how often it is occurring. This is especially true for seniors and other vulnerable populations that are not tech savvy. Cyganix seeks to elevate cyberliteracy providing members with a new layer of awareness and protection from these bad actors and criminals.”

Jovia staff have been provided cybersecurity education from Cyganix expertswith the goal of enhancing their understanding of cyber-related issues, allowing them to recognize problems and offer greater support to members. Cyganix also produces podcasts, videos and shares information with the media, covering a variety of technology and cybersecurity topics along with best practices and tips for personal information protection, according to the credit union.

“Fraud and cyberattacks are constantly evolving,” Ford said in the statement. “This is why it is critical to stay informed, up-to-date and immediately act if you think your accounts or personal identification has been compromised.”

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