Cybersecurity Pulse Survey

As our reliance on digital technology in education continues to grow, ensuring robust cybersecurity measures across our educational institutions has become more critical. Institutions are frequent targets for cyber threats due to the valuable data they hold and the critical services they provide. The LTC is conducting this survey to better understand the current state of cybersecurity practices within our educational community.

We aim to gather detailed information on cybersecurity policies, practices, and resources. By analyzing the data collected, the LTC hopes to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and common challenges. This will enable us to develop targeted strategies, provide necessary support, and enhance our overall cybersecurity posture across the state.

We appreciate your time and effort in providing accurate and thorough responses.

Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to cybersecurity excellence.

Size of your District:

Small (1-3 schools)Medium (4-10 schools)Large (11+ schools)

Student Population

Less than 1,0001,001 - 5,0005,001 - 10,000More than 10,000

Number of IT staff in District:

1 - 23 - 56 - 10More than 10

Do you have someone dedicated to cybersecurity?

Yes, full-timeYes, part-timeManaged Service Provider (MSP)No

Do you have a formal cybersecurity policy in place?

YesNoIn Development

Have you conducted a recent cybersecurity risk assessment?

Yes, within the past 6 monthsYes, within the past yearNo

Do you have a business continuity plan that includes cybersecurity considerations?

Yes, fully integratedYes, partially integratedNo, but in developmentNo

How often are data backups performed, and are they tested regularly?

Do you conduct regular incident response drills or simulations?

Yes, quarterlyYes, biannuallyYes, annuallyNo

Do you have continuous monitoring logs in place for network activity?

Yes, 24/7 monitoringYes, during business hoursNo

Are cloud services used in the district? If so, how are they secured?

What SaaS solutions are being leveraged today? (Select all that apply)

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft 365Other (please specify)

Please specify

Is there any process in place today to train faculty and staff on how to identify and respond to potentially malicious email or activity?

Yes, mandatory annual trainingYes, optional trainingYes, regular phishing simulationsNo

Do you face any purchasing needs or limitations related to cybersecurity? (Select all that apply and provide details where necessary

Yes, budget constraintsYes, lack of available products that meet our requirementsYes, administrative or approval hurdlesYes, insufficient vendor support or optionsNo, we do not face any significant purchasing limitationsOther (please specify)

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