Cybersecurity models are structured frameworks that educational institutions reference to contain and mitigate cyberthreats. These models range in scope, from basic confidentiality guidelines to full-scale, multi-layered frameworks. Most are sector-agnostic — very few apply to K-12 schools specifically.
That’s why ManagedMethods produced a cybersecurity model specifically for K-12 schools. Read on to understand its core elements, as well as those of other general-purpose models that K-12 schools can, and should, consider.
Understanding cybersecurity models for educational institutions.
Schools across the United States experience an average of five cyber incidents per week. The repercussions of these attacks are often far-reaching, impacting not only institutional operations, but students’ lives. Cybersecurity models help K-12 mitigate these risks.
Cybersecurity models for K-12 schools define standards and processes for managing cyber risks. They specify roles, responsibilities, data handling procedures, and incident response protocols. They also include guidelines for staff training and network monitoring. That way, schools are better equipped to…
