Cyber Security Tips and Tools Webinar Series

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February 14, 2018

TO THE ADMINISTRATOR ADDRESSED:

SUBJECT: Cyber Security Tips and Tools Webinar Series

TEA would like to inform school districts and open-enrollment charter schools of an upcoming opportunity to participate in a series of webinars being conducted by TEA.  The webinars will be led by TEA's Chief Information Security Officer, Frosty Walker, in collaboration with the Data Security Advisory Committee (DSAC) to provide insight regarding the resources available at the Cyber Security Tips and Tools section of the Texas Gateway portal.  

Data Security Advisory Committee
The Data Security Advisory Committee (DSAC), consisting of members of school districts and Education Service Centers (ESCs), provides guidance to Texas education communities on maximizing collaboration and communication regarding information security issues and resources. The DSAC has reviewed and recommended the Cyber Security Tips and Tools, which have been shared on the portal.

 

Date/Time

Cybersecurity Tips and Tools - Cybersecurity/Privacy Awareness


Wednesday, March 7, 2018

1:00 pm –2:00 pm CST
Webinar Registration
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/ 5513711452641511171


The March 7th webinar provides information needed for a successful Cybersecurity/Privacy Awareness program and why a Security/Privacy Awareness program is key in protecting student, parent and staff information.

Representatives interested in information security issues and resources, which can be utilized within the education communities, are encouraged to attend.

 

Date/Time

Cyber Security Tips and Tools –Mobile Security


Wednesday, April 11, 2018

1:00 pm –2:00 pm CDT
Webinar Registration
 https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/ 4797254282819924227


The April 11th webinar provides information regarding securing mobile devices.  Whether mobile devices are provided by your organization or you have a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy, measures need to be implemented to adequately protect your information. 

Representatives interested in information security issues and resources, which can be utilized within the education communities, are encouraged to attend.

 

Date/Time

Cyber Security Tips and Tools –Data Privacy Agreements


Wednesday, May 9, 2018

1:00 pm –2:00 pm CDT
Webinar Registration
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/ 9178527744042221059


The May 9th webinar provides information regarding Data Privacy Agreements and what needs to be included in your agreements with vendors and third parties to help you protect student, parent and staff information.

Representatives interested in information security issues and resources, which can be utilized within the education communities, are encouraged to attend.

 

Frosty Walker
Chief Information Security Officer
Texas Education Agency
Frosty.Walker@tea.texas.gov 
(512) 463-5095