Secure K-12 school IT practices and systems with Microsoft tools
In this module, you learn to implement CISA-recommended cybersecurity practices to manage cybersecurity risks, maintain security protocols, and detect and respond to incidents as a K-12 IT professional.
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.