Introduction
From phishing attempts to ransomware exploits, cyber criminals continue to attack educational institutions. This is because the data stored on school systems is extremely valuable on the dark web, IT teams are often understaffed, and many operate on tight budgets with limited resources. Despite these limitations, IT professionals are charged with maintaining tight security and protecting data privacy.
This module is designed to equip school IT professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the current K-12 cybersecurity landscape and the activities that increase security and protection in their computing environment.
Learning objectives
Upon completion of this module, you'll be able to:
- Understand the threat landscape in K-12 education and federal recommendations for strengthening school cybersecurity.
- Complete a comprehensive risk assessment for your school's infrastructure and data systems.
- Protect networks and increase data security with access control, authentication, and backup measures.
- Create an incident response plan to handle cybersecurity issues that arise in your school.
- Explore security awareness and training programs for leaders, educators, families, and students.
- Understand how other schools implement cybersecurity initiatives.