Recent headlines have been full of stories about state and local governments and school systems being targeted by malicious actors. And these organizations are likely to face tight budgets and limited manpower to deal with a cyber threat. For many agencies, the reality is it’s a matter of when – not if – they will be attacked. There are steps that can be taken to be better prepared to cope with the arduous task of recovery, m...

Classrooms have never been more connected. While technology and data have helped digitally transform the educational experience and improve how students learn, they have also significantly increased the attack surface for school districts. K-12 data breaches are an ongoing threat, and the stakes are high. Join the Center for Digital Education and Arctic Wolf for a live 30-minute webinar tailored for K-12 school administrators, teachers, staff,...

Higher education institutions know all about leveraging technology to advance student learning, but many institutions haven't yet adopted key technology in one crucial area: talent management. While other organizations have transitioned to more streamlined, unified systems to manage the employee lifecycle, many higher education institutions still rely on disparate, legacy systems that aren't equipped to help higher ed leaders engage and retain...

The Center for Digital Education is offering a Texas Higher Education IT Leadership Summit for those working to grow their technology leadership careers. Areas to be explored include principles of managing, how to lead with the right influence, communications/collaboration strategies, problem solving tips, and ways to manage time during hectic periods. Those attending will gain an improved understanding of how to build, recruit, retain, think...

Data storage is a requirement for almost all organizations, but higher ed’s data storage needs are wholly distinct compared to traditional businesses. Higher education institutions store vast amounts of data from students, faculty, administrators and research centers – and some of this data needs to be easily accessed by multiple departments. Storing and managing data on this scale comes with unique security and cost concerns. Join...

Join the K12 Security Information eXchange (K12 SIX) and Arctic Wolf for an informational webinar on defending against K-12 data breaches. K-12 data breaches are a growing threat, and the stakes are high. In this webinar, learn about the true risks of a data breach, including the potential consequences for students, families, and the broader community. You'll also learn how to translate that risk to non-IT and security professionals, such as f...

In an ever-evolving digital landscape, understanding and leveraging social trends is crucial for organizations seeking sustainable growth. Join us for a complimentary in-person event to gain valuable insights into the recent forces shaping social media dynamics. From there, we deep dive into the essential concept of Return on Investment (ROI), demystifying its meaning and significance within the context of social strategy. Participants will le...

We're excited to extend an exclusive invitation to you and members of your staff to virtually attend the December meeting of the Center for Digital Education’s Council on Navigating the Future of K-12 Education. This month, we have invited Deborah Snyder, retired New York Chief Information Security Officer and leader in cybersecurity defense and preparedness attending to discuss her insights on: What Superintendents and IT leaders needed...

The Cybersecurity Higher Education and Workforce Development Working Group’s vision is to build a collaborative framework of educators, industry, and government to provide strategic recommendations on enhancing national cybersecurity education and workforce development. The group will recommend policy, best practices, and tools for the implementation of innovative and comprehensive national career pathways at all levels of education as w...

Digital platforms play a vital role in modern education. That makes robust and secure digital infrastructure paramount to the success of any modern education institution. Join the Center for Digital Education and Sophos for a live 30-minute webinar on November 28, 2023, at 10 AM PT/ 1 PM ET to explore how to strategically approach cybersecurity risks and build a more defensible and resilient digital infrastructure. You’ll Learn: The K-12...