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When in doubt, report it out.  Reporting a false alarm costs nothing. Ignoring a real threat can cost everything. 💸
10/29/2026

When in doubt, report it out.  
Reporting a false alarm costs nothing. Ignoring a real threat can cost everything. đź’¸

If a request feels urgent, unexpected, or just plain odd — trust that instinct. 🚩  Here’s what to do:  ➡️ Verify the req...
10/28/2026

If a request feels urgent, unexpected, or just plain odd — trust that instinct. 🚩
Here’s what to do:
➡️ Verify the requester’s identity through a known contact method
➡️ Don’t act on pressure alone
➡️ Report suspicious activity right away

Before you hit send, hit pause. 🛑 A few seconds of care keeps sensitive info out of the wrong inbox. ➡️ Double-check rec...
10/27/2026

Before you hit send, hit pause. 🛑
A few seconds of care keeps sensitive info out of the wrong inbox.
➡️ Double-check recipient emails
➡️ Only share on a need-to-know basis
➡️ Review file-sharing permissions first

True or false: Leaving your phone  on your desk for “just a minute” is safe.  ❌ False! Lock it every time, even for a co...
10/26/2026

True or false: Leaving your phone  on your desk for “just a minute” is safe.

❌ False! Lock it every time, even for a coffee run. 🔒

Your phone goes everywhere you go — and so does the data on it.  🛡️📲 Here’s how to keep it locked down:  🔒 Never leave d...
10/20/2026

Your phone goes everywhere you go — and so does the data on it.  
🛡️📲 Here’s how to keep it locked down:  
🔒 Never leave devices unattended  
🔒 Use a password/PIN with short auto-lock times  
🔒 Only download apps from approved app stores  
đź”’ Keep software up to date

Quick check-in: do you have Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) turned on for your top 3 accounts? 👀  If not, today’s the ...
10/16/2026

Quick check-in: do you have Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) turned on for your top 3 accounts? đź‘€
If not, today’s the day.
A one-time passcode takes 10 seconds — a compromised account can take weeks to fix.

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re sharing tips all month long to help you stay safe online. Your passw...
10/14/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we’re sharing tips all month long to help you stay safe online. 

Your password may be all that stands between a hacker and your data. 
OCTO’s tip this week: strong authentication. 
🛡️ Use a unique password for every account 
🛡️ Never write down or share it 
🛡️ Turn on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) wherever offered

OCTO recognizes the incredible women shaping DC’s digital future. From web design to content management to user experien...
08/26/2026

OCTO recognizes the incredible women shaping DC’s digital future. From web design to content management to user experience strategy, WebMistresses across our teams make tech work for everyone. Thank you for your leadership and creativity!

08/19/2026

Join us tomorrow to help build the next DC 311 app! Your feedback shapes what gets built.

& OCTO are hosting a virtual Resident Engagement Session — ask questions, share feedback, and help shape the redesign of the District’s 311 mobile app.

📅 Thu, Aug 20 | 1–2 PM
📍 Virtual
🆓 Free | ASL & interpretation available

Register: s.dc.gov/311-App-Sessions

Following four great in-person sessions, The Office of Unified Communications (OUC) and the Office of the Chief Technolo...
08/12/2026

Following four great in-person sessions, The Office of Unified Communications (OUC) and the Office of the Chief Technology Officer (OCTO) are excited to host a virtual DC 311 Resident Engagement Session as part of our citywide effort to shape the next generation of the District’s 311 mobile application.

This session is designed to gather firsthand feedback from residents and ANC leaders to ensure the new 311 app reflects real community needs across all eight wards. Whether or not you attended an in-person session, we invite you to join us virtually and share your input.

📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 1 PM – 2 PM
📍 Virtual
Free and open to the public. Language interpretation and ASL services available upon request.

đź”— Register now: s.dc.gov/311-App-Sessions
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