K-12 Cybersecurity: Protecting Students, Staff & Data
Your School District Faces Growing Cyber Threats Daily
Educational institutions are under constant attack. According to NBC News analysis, over 1,200 K-12 schools had stolen data published online, while 82% of K-12 schools experienced a cyber incident between July 2023 and December 2024. Since 2005, US schools have experienced 3,713 data breaches affecting more than 37.6 million records. Is your district prepared?
Critical Security Gaps in Most Schools:
- Chromebook vulnerabilities leaving student data exposed
- Out-of-the-box Office 365/Google Workspace security that isn’t enough
- Unrestricted access from any location or device
- Lack of endpoint protection on school-managed devices
Identity Management & Access Controls
Why Access Controls Matter for Schools:
Reducing your attack surface is critical. When cybercriminals target schools, they’re looking for the easiest entry point. Our identity management solutions ensure that even if login credentials are compromised, unauthorized access is blocked through:
- Geographic restrictions – Staff can only access systems from approved locations
- Device authentication – Only registered, secure devices gain network access
- Time-based controls – Access limited to school hours and approved schedules
- Role-based permissions – Teachers, administrators, and students see only what they need
Phone
Main: 800-214-0957
Breach Hotline:
800-214-0957 x700
Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) for Schools
Protecting Every Device in Your District:
From Chromebooks to administrative workstations, every endpoint needs protection. Our EDR solutions provide:
- Real-time threat monitoring across all school devices
- Automated response to suspicious activities
- Forensic capabilities to understand and prevent future attacks
- Compliance reporting for state and federal requirements
What’s at Stake: Beyond Data Protection
Student Privacy & Safety: Protecting sensitive student information, including grades, health records, and family data, from cybercriminals and unauthorized access.
Operational Continuity Preventing ransomware attacks that shut down entire school districts for weeks, disrupting education and costing millions in recovery.
Financial Protection
Avoiding the average $3.2 million cost of a school data breach, plus potential lawsuits and regulatory fines.
Reputation Management Maintaining community trust and protecting your school district’s reputation in the event of a security incident.
Reducing Human Error & Insider Threats
Access controls don’t just stop external attackers – they protect against:
- Accidental data exposure by staff members
- Unauthorized student access to sensitive systems
- Former employee access after termination
- Contractor and vendor risks from third-party access
Why Schools Choose Black Bottle IT
Education-Focused Expertise
We understand the unique challenges schools face:
- Limited IT budgets requiring cost-effective solutions
- Seasonal access needs for summer breaks and remote learning
- Mixed device environments from various manufacturers