Overview

K-12 schools are lucrative targets for cyberattacks because they house vast amounts of valuable student data. For these schools to implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy – one that enables leading-edge detection and response – their leaders must generate maximum value out of their cybersecurity investments. That means deploying tools and services with a dual purpose or multiple advantages, emphasizing stretching cybersecurity dollars and cents.

Content filtering is an excellent example of this type of strategic cybersecurity investment– Content filtering not only helps prevent malicious cyberattacks by filtering out potential threats but also addresses the issue of students accessing harmful or inappropriate content. It’s cross-functional tools such as these that will help K-12 schools continue to protect students' privacy as they learn and work online.

Join industry experts from the Center for Digital Education, Iron Bow and Cisco for a live webinar to explore the strategies and emerging tech that can help maximize your K-12 school's cybersecurity plan in 2024.

Save the Date:

Wednesday, January 31, 2024, at 11 AM PT/ 2 PM ET

You'll Learn:

The most efficient ways to meet Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA) compliance and protect students, teachers and 1:1 programs
Best practices for developing a cybersecurity plan that delivers the most value for your agency
Emerging cybersecurity technologies – like AI-driven content filtering – that your agency should be exploring

Speakers

Monica Goldson — Moderator

Senior Fellow, Center for Digital Education

Dr. Monica Goldson is the retired Chief Executive Officer for Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) after 32 years of service. Dr. Goldson holds three degrees from HBCUs – a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Florida A&M University, a master’s degree in Elementary and Secondary School Administration from Bowie State University, and a doctorate in Educational Administration and Policy from Howard University. Beyond the schoolhouse, Dr. Goldson is the recipient of numerous awards and honors.

Carl Heininger

SLED Sales Leader and Transformation Specialist, Iron Bow

Carl Heininger is a distinguished sales leader within the SLED organization at Iron Bow, boasting over two decades of proven success in the tech industry. His multifaceted expertise spans various roles, including sales, sales engineering, technology consulting, Chief Information Officer (CIO), and Senior Network Engineer. During an illustrious eight-year tenure, Carl served as the Senior Network Engineer and later as the CIO at the Capital Area Intermediate Unit (CAIU), an educational servicing agency dedicated to advancing the educational landscape for Pennsylvania students through cutting-edge technology solutions. Beyond his corporate roles, Carl has contributed significantly to academia as an adjunct professor at several Central PA Universities and Colleges. Moreover, he has demonstrated his commitment to educational advancement by serving on the Board of Directors for Central Pennsylvania College. Carl holds a Master of Science degree in Systems Engineering from the University of Virginia, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Central Pennsylvania College. His commitment to professional development is evident through a range of technical certifications, with a focus on network security and administration. Carl has successfully spearheaded large-scale technology deployments, encompassing data center installations and Wide Area Network implementations, showcasing his adept project management skills rooted in holistic systems thinking. Before his career in technology, Carl demonstrated his dedication to public service as a Beach Lifeguard for the San Diego Fire Department and served our nation as an Airborne Cavalry Scout in the prestigious 82nd Airborne Division of the US Army. His military service included participation in Operation Uphold Democracy, where he played a pivotal role in supporting U.S. political and military objectives, contributing to a smooth transition for Haiti's democratically elected president. Carl Heininger's diverse and accomplished background underscores his leadership acumen and unwavering commitment to excellence across various domains, especially the education sector.

Cory Jackson

Technical Director of Cybersecurity, Iron Bow

Cory Jackson serves the Iron Bow Global Security Practice as Technical Director of Cybersecurity. Since May 2022 Cory has supported Iron Bow's federal, commercial, and healthcare customers in securing their organizations, constituents, customers, and patient data. He has been in IT for more than 20 years and for more than a decade has been primarily focused on consulting customers in various cybersecurity architectures. Cory has a Computer Science degree and currently holds PCNSE, ZCCP, Fortinet NSE, MS Azure Certified, ITIL Practitioner certifications. As a leader and individual contributor Cory has participated in numerous zero trust security implementations with federal, commercial, and healthcare customers. Most recently Cory's focus has been assisting customers in the adoption of zero trust security principles, SASE, SSE and increasing cyber resilience within their organizations.

Bob Slaney

SLED Leader, Cisco - GSSO (Global Security Sales Organization)

Bob has spent over 30 years helping solve complex problems for customers. He has held both sales and executive leadership roles in organizations, primarily focused on Healthcare, Education and State and Local government. Bob spent 25 years in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) with Lawson Software and Workday. He joined Duo security, leading the SLED organization through several years of extensive growth as hybrid workforces and online student populations led SLG’s & EDU’s to address cyber risk concerns and how to modernize access and authentication services. Today, Bob is part of the Cisco’s Global Security Sales Organization, which provides User, Breach, and Cloud protection solutions to many of the world’s largest companies, governments and educational institutions.

Webinar

Keeping Students Safe Online: How to Maximize K-12 Cybersecurity Investments in 2024