The Cybershield: Adapting the NIST CSF for K-12 Cybersecurity

Join us for an in-depth exploration into the arsenal of cybersecurity. This session offers a comprehensive guide for educators, administrators, IT professionals, and anyone keen on understanding how to safeguard data and systems from evolving cyber threats.

We begin by demystifying the complex jargon of cybersecurity and proceed to elucidate the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF). The session will illuminate the NIST CSF’s role as a guide through the maze of compliance and security.

We will delve into various cybersecurity tools:

• Antivirus: The foundational defense mechanism against malware.
• EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response): A step beyond antivirus, providing continuous monitoring and incident response.
• MDR (Managed Detection and Response): Combines technology with expert teams for proactive threat handling.
• Vulnerability Scanning: Identifies weaknesses in systems for timely remediation.
• Vulnerability Management: Encompasses the entire process of managing and remediating vulnerabilities.
• Penetration Testing: Uses ethical hacking to test defenses and find vulnerabilities.

Attendees will gain insights into each tool’s role in comprehensive cybersecurity, understanding how they differ and complement each other. We’ll emphasize the importance of a tailored approach, fitting these tools to your unique environmental needs.

Additionally, we will provide real-world scenarios and practical examples, particularly focused on K-12 education settings, ensuring participants leave with a clear action plan.
This session aims to equip attendees with the knowledge to choose and use the right cybersecurity tools effectively, ensuring robust defense against digital threats in today’s interconnected world