OSHEAN connecting minds. building community.

Founded in 1999, OSHEAN is a non-profit coalition of universities, hospitals, government agencies, and other non-profit organizations dedicated to providing innovative Internet-based technology solutions for its member institutions and the communities they serve.

With open networks and decentralized departments, higher ed environments are especially vulnerable to phishing, ransomwa...
04/24/2025

With open networks and decentralized departments, higher ed environments are especially vulnerable to phishing, ransomware, and credential theft. Faculty, students, and research departments often work across platforms, creating opportunities for threat actors.

Cyber awareness training and endpoint security policies are just as important as firewalls on campus.

Weak Passwords Are Still a Major Security ThreatThe most common password in 2024 was still “123456.” Unfortunately, weak...
04/23/2025

Weak Passwords Are Still a Major Security Threat

The most common password in 2024 was still “123456.” Unfortunately, weak passwords remain one of the biggest cybersecurity risks.

Strong passwords combined with multi-factor authentication (MFA) provide a much stronger defense against cyber threats.

Ray Tomlinson, a computer engineer, sent the first-ever email, and now, over 300 billion emails are sent daily. While em...
04/22/2025

Ray Tomlinson, a computer engineer, sent the first-ever email, and now, over 300 billion emails are sent daily. While email technology has advanced, so have cyber threats.

What’s the strangest email scam you’ve ever received? Share in the comments.

Join OSHEAN’s Technical Support team and be the first line of defense for our members’ network and connectivity issues. ...
04/11/2025

Join OSHEAN’s Technical Support team and be the first line of defense for our members’ network and connectivity issues. If you have 2+ years of experience with Cisco networking, troubleshooting, and providing top-notch customer support, we want you! Apply now at oshean.org/employment.

We were proud to participate in the RI League of Cities and Towns meeting yesterday at the Crowne Plaza. You can learn m...
03/21/2025

We were proud to participate in the RI League of Cities and Towns meeting yesterday at the Crowne Plaza. You can learn more at RILeague.org.

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 OSHEAN is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and optimize IT infrastructure, troubleshoot syste...
03/05/2025

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 OSHEAN is seeking a Systems Administrator to manage and optimize IT infrastructure, troubleshoot system issues, and support cloud services. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience, strong knowledge of Windows, Linux, and macOS, and expertise in networking and cloud technologies. We offer competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and hybrid work options.

Ready to join our team? Apply now at oshean.org/employment!

Colleges and universities are prime targets for cyberattacks, with vast networks of students, faculty, and researchers a...
02/20/2025

Colleges and universities are prime targets for cyberattacks, with vast networks of students, faculty, and researchers accessing sensitive data.

OSHEAN’s security solutions, powered by Fortinet, provide next-gen firewalls, endpoint protection, and zero-trust architecture to keep your campus safe.

OSHEAN is looking for a Firewall Engineer to join our dynamic Network Engineering Team! This is a fantastic opportunity ...
02/19/2025

OSHEAN is looking for a Firewall Engineer to join our dynamic Network Engineering Team! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for network security and hands-on experience with firewalls like Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco ASA, and more.

If you're ready to make an impact on cybersecurity and take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today: https://oshean.org/employment

We're Hiring✨The OSHEAN Member Services Representative (MSR) is the liaison between OSHEAN and its membership, maintaini...
01/16/2025

We're Hiring✨

The OSHEAN Member Services Representative (MSR) is the liaison between OSHEAN and its membership, maintaining consistent communications and meeting cadences with members on behalf of all OSHEAN business functions.

Read the full job description at our website: oshean.org/employment

We’re thrilled to announce that Dave Phillips has joined OSHEAN as our new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)! Wi...
12/16/2024

We’re thrilled to announce that Dave Phillips has joined OSHEAN as our new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)!

With over 25 years of experience in cybersecurity and technology leadership, Dave will play a pivotal role in building the foundation of our new cybersecurity office, which will grow to include a dedicated team focused on safeguarding our members’ networks and data.

Dave has a proven track record of implementing cutting-edge security frameworks and leading high-performing teams, and his expertise will help us address the ever-growing needs of our members’ cybersecurity.

We’re excited to have him on board to lead this critical initiative and help OSHEAN continue delivering innovative, secure, and reliable solutions to our community anchor institutions.

Join us in giving Dave a warm welcome! 👏

May Igoe, OSHEAN's Support Engineer, brings a unique and inspiring journey of resilience and growth to the team. Origina...
12/04/2024

May Igoe, OSHEAN's Support Engineer, brings a unique and inspiring journey of resilience and growth to the team. Originally from the Dominican Republic, May moved to the United States six years ago. During the pandemic, she stepped up as a nurse assistant to address the critical shortage of medical personnel, demonstrating her commitment to service and community.

In late 2023, as the world returned to a sense of normalcy, May embarked on a new chapter, pursuing a career in IT with a focus on cybersecurity and networking. Currently studying at the Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and set to graduate in the spring, May also serves as Vice President of CCRI's Cybersecurity Club. She is dedicated to applying her learnings and acquiring new skills in her role as a Support Engineer at OSHEAN, contributing to the organization's mission with enthusiasm and determination.

Join us in celebrating five of our member institutions - Roger Williams University (), Providence College (), , Rhode Is...
10/28/2024

Join us in celebrating five of our member institutions - Roger Williams University (), Providence College (), , Rhode Island School of Design (), and University - who were awarded a $3M National Science Foundation () grant to launch the Rhode Island Research Administration Collaborative (RIRAC)!

With this initiative, Rhode Island’s research capacity is about to reach new heights. RIRAC will drive innovation, broaden opportunities, and strengthen our local research community, building the foundation for impactful advancements in fields that matter to Rhode Islanders, like coastal resiliency, blue economy workforce, and technology innovation.

We can’t wait to see the strides these institutions make toward a brighter, more collaborative research future.

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