K-12 IT Leadership Roundtable Highlight: Staying Ahead in Cybersecurity
Cybersecurity Challenges and Strategies for K-12 Schools
As cyber threats evolve, superintendents and CTOs face increasing pressure to protect schools from highly organized ransomware groups targeting districts of all sizes. Limited budgets often exacerbate these challenges, but adopting a strong cybersecurity framework, like NIST, can provide clear guidance on identifying, protecting, detecting, responding to, and recovering from attacks.
Key Strategies for Protection
- Layered Security: Implement next-generation firewalls, email protection, anti-virus, EDR/MDR, and intrusion protection services.
- Threat Detection and Response: Use advanced monitoring tools, such as services that detect and stop ransomware before damage occurs.
- Partnerships: Leverage services like Securus360 for expert log analysis, activity monitoring, and network protection.
By adopting best practices and building layered defenses, schools can protect their students and staff while navigating budget constraints.
