IT teams understand the importance of cybersecurity measures, but many are struggling to determine where to start when their resources are limited.
And when COVID closed private classrooms, it also gave a boost to cybercriminals looking to infiltrate a network of school districts. Data security breaches, including ransomware attacks, phishing, and unauthorized disclosure, show no signs of slowing down, and K-12 IT leaders need to be prepared.
Threats to K-12 educational networks will never be eliminated, but there are strategies to successfully protect the confidential information of school districts. Want to know more? Join the conversation with other edtech leaders and experts who share best practices on both the technical aspects – software and services – and the human aspects – professional development and community education – keeping your networks safe.
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