Local governments and other public institutions have faced more cybersecurity attacks and scams in recent years. However, school districts are especially appealing to hackers because of the amount of private data they possess. Districts often do not have the appropriate security resources to ward off intruders, making them an easy target. Maintaining cybersecurity standards for your school district can protect sensitive data related to students and district business.
Local school boards are prone to cybersecurity attacks. There is a lot to learn from the various experiences of other districts that have been attacked or hacked, and this can educate school boards on how to make proactive decisions regarding cybersecurity standards.
School boards play a critical role in developing cybersecurity standards for the district to protect sensitive data related to district business and student information. Boards can take several actions to prevent, mitigate, and respond to cybersecurity threats. These cybersecurity standards can be implemented before, during, and after an event.
Cybersecurity Standards for School Boards to Follow
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Do not store sensitive information on ''the cloud.''
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Have a recovery plan.
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Know who to report a threat to.
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Move from paper documents to digital records.
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Do not use e-mail for school board business.
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Develop and promote policies regarding cybersecurity standards.
School Board Management Software That Promotes Cybersecurity Standards
When school boards are utilizing board management software, it is imperative that they look at the features and capabilities of the software that supports the district's cybersecurity standards. The cybersecurity features and functions of BoardDocs helps support an efficient, effective, and successful school board. Ensuring that your board's information is protected and secure means that your board has more time and energy to spend on other important issues. With the right technology partner, school boards can promote and support strong cybersecurity standards. BoardDocs' security and features support and promote cybersecurity practices that protect the sensitive information of your district and your students. Maintaining secure and encrypted digital records, strong recovery methods, and a secure cloud network encourage a culture of strong cybersecurity standards.Media Highlights
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