Technology alone cannot stop today’s cyber threats. People remain the most frequent target of phishing, social engineering, and credential theft. Building a culture of cybersecurity requires more than firewalls and antivirus—it requires informed staff and students.
This session explores why security awareness training has become a critical component of district cybersecurity programs, examines the current K–12 threat landscape, and discusses how ongoing education reduces organizational risk while supporting compliance and resilience.
Topics Covered- The current cyber threat landscape facing K–12 schools.
- Real-world examples of phishing, ransomware, and social engineering.
- Why attackers target people instead of technology.
- The financial and operational impact of successful attacks.
- Measuring the effectiveness of awareness training.
- Building a sustainable culture of cybersecurity.
- The role of leadership in reducing cyber risk.
- How CyberNut supports continuous security awareness for staff and students.
Learning OutcomesParticipants will:
- Understand why security awareness is a foundational cybersecurity control.
- Recognize the return on investment of ongoing awareness training.
- Learn how leadership influences cybersecurity culture.
- Gain practical strategies for increasing participation and effectiveness.
- Identify metrics that demonstrate program success.
