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Federal Communications Commission offers cybersecurity pilot program and training for schools and libraries

Federal Communications Commission offers cybersecurity pilot program and training for schools and libraries

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has unveiled a cybersecurity pilot program that will allocate up to $200 million to selected schools and libraries. To participate in this three-year initiative, schools must apply and be chosen. The program covers the following eligible services: 

  • Advanced and next-generation firewalls 
  • Endpoint protection 
  • Identity protection and authentication 
  • Monitoring, detection, and response 

 

For a comprehensive list of eligible equipment, click here

Recently, K12 Security Information eXchange (SIX) conducted a webinar with Fortinet, "FCC K-12 Cybersecurity Pilot Program: What You Need to Know," where Fortinet representatives discussed the program's details. The webinar recording is available for on-demand viewing, and the presentation slides can be accessed as well. 

Further information about the pilot is available on the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program page. The FCC has also released a one-page document summarizing the program. 

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Posted: Aug 22, 2024,
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