IT security

[/aɪ tiː sɪˈkjʊrɪti/]
noun
segurança da tecnologia da informação
1. The practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorized access, theft, damage, or disruption
The company invested heavily in IT security to protect customer information.
A empresa investiu pesadamente em segurança da tecnologia da informação para proteger as informações dos clientes.
2. Measures and protocols designed to safeguard digital assets and prevent cyberattacks
Strong IT security requires multiple layers of defense, including firewalls and encryption.
Uma segurança da tecnologia da informação forte requer múltiplas camadas de defesa, incluindo firewalls e criptografia.
3. The department or professional field responsible for maintaining information security in an organization
She works in IT security and manages the company's cybersecurity incidents.
Ela trabalha em segurança da tecnologia da informação e gerencia os incidentes de cibersegurança da empresa.
In Brazil, IT security has become increasingly critical with the rise of digital transformation and e-commerce. The term 'segurança de TI' is widely used in corporate environments, while 'cibersegurança' is gaining popularity, especially among younger professionals. In the USA and global tech industry, 'cybersecurity' and 'IT security' are used interchangeably, with growing emphasis on data protection laws like GDPR and CCPA. The field is considered highly valued and specialized, with dedicated professionals often holding certifications like CISSP or CompTIA Security+.
NYC Slang
cyber defense, infosec (abbreviated)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
cybersecurityinformation securitydata securitycomputer securitydigital security
Antonyms / Antônimos
vulnerabilityexposureinsecurity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
segurança da tecnologia da informação
Most common and formal usage
General Brazilian
segurança de TI
Abbreviated and commonly used in tech industry
São Paulo
segurança em TI
Alternative phrasing common in corporate environments
Portugal
segurança informática
Preferred terminology in Portuguese usage
Portugal
cibersegurança
Modern and increasingly adopted term

Related Words

firewallencryptionauthenticationmalwarephishingcyber attackdata breachpassword management

Related Idioms & Phrases

security breach
security measures
security protocol
security infrastructure
security incident
security compliance
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