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The education sector is a prime target for cyberattacks because the bad guys know you’re low on resources, and cybersecurity isn’t your focus. It’s critical to secure your data and mitigate the risk of a breach, as being held captive by ransomware is not a position you want your staff and students to be in. We understand you have to use many free third-party platforms to maximize your budget; however, they don’t come with cybersecurity protection. When you partner with Assura, those issues are no longer a concern you have to address on your own. We’re cybersecurity risk management experts with a proven track record of protecting educational organizations.

Why educational institutions
partner with us for their cybersecurity needs:

  • Together we create, enhance, or strengthen your cybersecurity plan
  • Time and resources are maximized to build or maintain your security posture
  • Meeting any regulatory guidelines is a done deal with no extra time needed on your end
  • We deliver the value of world-class cybersecurity at a budget-friendly cost

Cybersecurity Monitoring (SIEM)

  • 24/7/365 Cyber threat detection and reporting
  • Security managed and monitored by our Security Operations Center (SOC)
  • 1-hour notification SLA for critical alerts
  • Simplified security and compliance reporting
  • Reduced time and expenses dealing with security compliance audits

Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

  • AI-based security threat blocking
  • Policy Configuration and Deployment for Covered Devices
  • Automation and Orchestration
  • Forensic Analysis of Malware Incidents
  • Comprehensive Endpoint Security.
  • Managed by our Security Operations Center (SOC)

Security Assessment

  • A complete assessment of your security posture
  • Assessment report with roadmap to achieving cybersecurity goals
  • Significant cyber threat trends and findings
  • Prioritized remediation guidance
  • Supporting security and compliance data

Fractional Chief Information Security Officer (CISO)

  • Virtual ISO™ is a total security risk and compliance solution
  • Security policies, procedures, and plans
  • Cybersecurity compliance assessment
  • Third-party vendor oversight
  • Secure system development

Penetration Testing

  • External & Internal Pen Testing
  • Web Application Pen Testing
  • Social Engineering Assessments
  • Penetration Testing-as-a-Service
  • Wireless Networking
  • Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)

How do you know if you need our security services?

You want cybersecurity off your plate.

Your IT department needs cyber support.

You’re afraid of getting hacked or already have.

You have an audit finding or need help with IT security compliance.

Guaranteed compliance with the following standards and regulations:

  • NIST 800-171
  • HIPAA
  • FERPA
  • IRS 1075
  • CCPA
  • CMMC
  • GLBA
  • NIST CSF
  • NIST 800-53
  • SEC530
  • Other Federal and state-specific regulations

Why you should rest assured this
will be all taken care of.

If your educational institution gets audited, Assura has you covered. Our AuditArmor® Audit Defense Guarantee means that we guarantee our work to be compliant with the identified cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory requirements (unless waived by you). We defend our work at no additional cost. Yes, we’re serious. And yes, we’re that confident in the quality of our security compliance services. We have you covered from entrance conference to exit conference and will work with your auditor or regulator to defend our work. On the off chance that a change needs to be made to the deliverable, we’ll do that for free. It’s that simple.

Case Study

Protecting a university’s network against both hackers and a student workforce.

Challenge:  A university approached Assura with a need to meet all the necessary regulatory requirements, including Commonwealth of Virginia cybersecurity standards, PCI DSS, FERPA, and HIPAA.  In addition, they had a unique challenge that most other organizations don’t have. Because they employ students to help run various aspects of the school, they also needed a… Continue reading Education
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