Cybersecurity

Is your district protected against debilitating ransomware attacks?

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Cybersecurity attacks are on the rise. As schools continue to increase their dependence on technology, there has never been a more mission-critical moment to ensure your students and staff are protected against ransomeware and malware attacks. 

Our goal is to keep administrators focused on student learning instead of spending time trying to keep up with emerging threats. From cybersecurity assessments to dark web scanning, we can help you understand where your organization is most vulnerable. Plus, our team has the knowledge to help ensure your school complies with cybersecurity insurance coverage. 

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The K-12 Cybersecurity Debrief is a quarterly guide for concise analysis of recent cybersecurity incidents, a spotlight on the top three critical vulnerabilities affecting K-12 schools, and more.

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WHO IS THE DEBRIEF FOR?
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  • Superintendents
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Our Layered Approach To Cybersecurity

Designed to keep your school district safe and secure

Asset Management

Uses tools to keep track of all devices and software connected to the network, helping manage risks and ensure compliance.

Cloud Security

Performs regular cloud security audits to ensure access control, best practices, and security standards are maintained.

Content Filtering

Uses filtering technologies to block access to inappropriate, harmful, or malicious websites.

Data Security

Safeguards sensitive information with encryption during transfer and storage, ensuring data remains confidential and intact.

Data Loss Prevention

Monitors and prevents data breaches by detecting and blocking potential data leaks or unauthorized transfers.

Endpoint

Protects each device on the network from threats using anti-malware and antivirus solutions.

Governance

Helps create, distribute, and enforce security policies while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Identity & Access

Makes sure only approved users can access systems and data using multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) to manage and monitor user access.

IR & Recovery Plan

Provides a detailed, step-by-step approach for developing and maintaining incident response (IR) and disaster recovery (DR) plans, specifically for K-12 schools.

Network

Employs firewalls and intrusion detection systems (IDS) to monitor and control network traffic, preventing unauthorized access and spotting malicious activities.

SOC/SIEM

Security Operations Center/Security Information and Event Management: Provides continuous monitoring and real-time responses to security events.

Tabletop Exercise

Conducts simulated cyberattack exercises to evaluate and improve incident response strategies.

Risk Management

Identifies and manages risks associated with external service providers who have access to the organization's sensitive information or critical infrastructure.

Training & Awareness

Offers online training to educate staff on cybersecurity best practices and new emerging threats.

Vulnerability Management

Regularly checks and fixes vulnerabilities in the organization’s technology and processes to reduce security risks.

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OUR base offerings

  • Cybersecurity Assessment
  • IR & Recovery Plan for Technology
  • Dedicated SOC Technical Contact
  • Cyber Insurance Guidance
  • AV Policy & Alert Configuration
  • Quarterly Check-Ins
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Add On Services

  • AV/MDR/EDR/SIEM/SOC
  • Vulnerability Scans and Management
  • Managed Phishing Testing/Training
  • PEN Testing
  • Risk Assessment

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Cyber Consulting

Safeguard Your Critical Data & Infrastructure with Cybersecurity Consulting

Consider the following questions below to determine if Five Star Cybersecurity Consulting is a good fit for your district.
Our Cybersecurity Assessment provides tailored cybersecurity analysis of your school’s cybersecurity posture, actionable insights to enhance cybersecurity based on the NIST framework of your school, and continuous improvement to identify current issues and provide a framework for ongoing security enhancements in your district.

  • Comprehensive Risk Identification:

    • Discover and document existing and potential threats to ensure all-round security.

  • Customized Security Recommendations

    • Tailored advice based on the specific technologies and processes used in your educational institution.

  • Regulatory Compliance Checks:

    • Ensure that your cybersecurity measures comply with relevant educational standards and data protection guidelines.

       

Having a strong Incident Response (IR) & Disaster Recovery Plan (DR) is essential. With our structured approach to cybersecurity, we provide a comprehensive, phase-based methodology for developing and maintaining IR and DR plans specifically tailored for K-12 educational environments. We emphasize active participation to tailor protocols and recovery objectives to the unique needs and critical operations of your institution. We provide continuous improvement and support to ensure that the IR and DR plans evolve with changing cybersecurity landscapes of your school.

  • Comprehensive Preparation and Planning:

    • Begins with a detailed initial communication phase to gather all necessary information and set the stage for effective planning.

  • Custom-Defined Response Protocols:

    • Develops detailed incident response protocols and recovery strategies based on specific school needs and existing security frameworks.

  • Ongoing Maintenance and Updates:

    • Regular updates and quarterly reviews ensure the plans remain effective against new threats and technologies.

In preparation for a fire, your district holds fire drills. What about cyber attacks? With a Tabletop Exercise, you can run a comprehensive cybersecurity drill for your teachers and administrators to enhance your institution’s incident response capabilities. This collaborative and interactive learning activity engages key personnel in a realistic cyber-attack simulation that encourages active participation and collaborative problem- solving with K-12 specific, realistic incidents. After the drill, we provide actionable insights and improvements leading to ways to strengthen cybersecurity measures.

  • Custom-Designed Scenarios:

    • Tailored cyber-attack scenarios that reflect potential threats specific to the educational sector.

  • Real-Time Problem Solving:

    • Facilitate real-time decision making and incident management, simulating the pressure and dynamics of an actual cyber-attack.

  • Detailed Debriefing and Reporting:

    • Comprehensive debriefing sessions and in-depth reports that outline performance, key takeaways, and improvement strategies.

See how the engineering experts at Five Star were able to help a small, rural school district that had just experienced a widespread ransomware event involving both critical infrastructure and end user devices. Read the case study here

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