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

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

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a cybersecurity pilot program that will allocate up to $200 million to selected schools and libraries. Schools must apply and be chosen to participate in this three-year initiative. 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," during which 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 also has released a one-page document summarizing the program. 

Call (888) 203-8100, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, with questions. 

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Posted: Aug 29, 2024,
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