Cybersecurity Audits: Conduct comprehensive assessments of current IT infrastructures, identifying potential vulnerabilities and weak points within the school's network, systems, and protocols.
Incident Response Planning: Develop and test a customized incident response plan for schools. This would cover the immediate steps to take in case of a security breach, ensuring minimal downtime and data loss.
Staff Training Workshops: Offer seminars or workshops to educate staff about best practices, identifying phishing emails, maintaining strong passwords, and other essential cyber hygiene habits. Since human error is a major cause of breaches, this training is invaluable.
Data Protection and Backup Strategies: Advise on efficient and secure methods for data backup and recovery. Ensure schools have a clear understanding of how to backup essential data and restore it rapidly in the event of loss.
Policy and Protocol Development: Assist in crafting clear, actionable cybersecurity policies and protocols tailored for educational environments. This would include guidelines for device usage, internet access, software installations, and more.
Cybersecurity Insurance Evaluation: Review existing cyber insurance policies, ensuring they adequately cover potential risks specific to educational institutions. Provide guidance on policy enhancements or recommendations for more comprehensive coverage, ensuring schools are financially protected against potential cyber threats.
Guided Framework Implementation: After audits and assessments, establish a structured framework for schools to follow. This blueprint will detail the necessary steps to address identified vulnerabilities, prioritize action items, and measure improvements over time, ensuring a clear path forward after the initial consulting phase.