About Will Brackett

Will Brackett (he/him) serves as the Director of vCISO Services at the Learning Technology Center, where he helps Illinois school districts strengthen their cybersecurity posture through strategic planning, risk management, governance, and compliance.

With nearly 30 years of experience in K-12 education and educational technology, Will has held leadership roles spanning classroom instruction, information technology, and district administration. Before joining the LTC, he served as Director of Technology for Oak Park Elementary School District 97, where he led districtwide technology operations and cybersecurity initiatives.

Will is a recognized leader in K-12 cybersecurity and technology strategy. He serves as Co-Chair of the Cybersecurity Advisory Committee for the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) and is a frequent presenter at state and national conferences on topics including cybersecurity, data privacy, technology leadership, and digital resilience.

At the LTC, Will partners with school leaders to develop practical, sustainable cybersecurity programs that align with each district’s goals and resources. His collaborative approach helps districts reduce risk, improve operational resilience, and build a culture of security across their organizations.