Cybersecurity for
Education
Schools and education organizations hold some of the most sensitive data — student records, staff information, and financial data. Protect it all with 24/7 monitoring designed for education budgets.
Why Education Organizations
Are Under Attack
Education is one of the most targeted sectors for ransomware and phishing. Schools and colleges store years of student records, staff personal data, and financial information — all high-value targets. Limited IT budgets and large user bases make education institutions attractive to attackers. A single ransomware attack can shut down operations for days or weeks, disrupting students and staff. Phishing campaigns exploit the open, collaborative culture of education environments.
Cyber Unit protects education organizations with the same enterprise-grade security that Fortune 500 companies use — without the Fortune 500 price tag. We secure your email, protect devices across campus and remote locations, train your team to spot scams, and monitor everything 24/7. And because security is tightly integrated with our Managed IT Services, there are no gaps between your IT support and your security team — because we're both. Take our free security assessment to see where your organization stands.
Phishing Protection
Stop credential theft and social engineering targeting staff and faculty.
Campus Device Security
Protect staff laptops, desktops, and tablets across campus and remote locations.
Integrated with IT
Security and IT work together. Faster response, complete visibility, seamless coordination.
What's Included in Our
Cybersecurity Services
Multi-layered security that addresses today's most common attack vectors — from endpoints and email to employee awareness and incident response.
Computer Security (EDR/MDR)
Advanced endpoint protection powered by SentinelOne. Every device is monitored 24/7 by our Security Operations Center for threats, ransomware, and malicious activity.
- Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR)
- Managed Detection & Response (MDR)
- 24/7 SOC monitoring
- Ransomware protection
Email Security
Protect your inbox from phishing, malware, and business email compromise. Works with Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 to stop threats before they reach employees.
- Phishing prevention
- Malware blocking
- Zero-day protection
- Suspicious activity alerts
Security Awareness Training
Turn your employees into your first line of defense. Engaging training courses and realistic phishing simulations keep security top of mind.
- Interactive training courses
- Ongoing phishing simulations
- Completion tracking
- Risk scoring by employee
Vulnerability Management
Unpatched software is a leading cause of breaches. We automatically patch operating systems and third-party applications to close security gaps.
- Automated OS patching
- Third-party app updates
- Patch scheduling
- Update monitoring
Incident Response
When a security event happens, every second counts. Our team responds rapidly to contain threats, minimize damage, and get you back to business.
- Rapid threat containment
- Root cause identification
- Remediation support
- Post-incident review
Security Assessment
Know exactly where you stand. Our comprehensive security assessment identifies vulnerabilities, evaluates risks, and provides a prioritized roadmap for improvement.
- Full vulnerability scan
- Security gap analysis
- Third-party risk review
- Detailed findings report
Your Path to
Security Confidence
We've protected 500+ businesses using the same battle-tested methodology. No guesswork, no gaps — just a clear roadmap to peace of mind.
Security Assessment
Know exactly where you stand
We analyze your entire IT environment — systems, applications, access controls, and third-party risks. You receive a risk-prioritized findings report showing exactly what needs attention.
- Full vulnerability scan
- Security gap analysis
- Third-party risk review
- Prioritized findings report
Security Optimization
Address gaps, reduce risk
We remediate identified vulnerabilities and implement security controls based on risk priority. Your security posture improves measurably — and we prove it.
- Risk remediation
- Security controls deployment
- Third-party risk mitigation
- Measurable improvement
Business Resilience
Stay protected, stay ahead
Security isn't a one-time project. Your dedicated account manager ensures ongoing protection through monthly reports, quarterly business reviews (QBRs), and continuous threat intelligence.
- Monthly security reports
- Quarterly business reviews
- Ongoing threat intelligence
- Dedicated account manager
Security That Works
With Your IT — Not Against It
Most security providers operate in a silo. They protect your systems but can't fix them. When something goes wrong, you're caught between vendors. Cyber Unit is different — we combine security and IT expertise under one roof.
Integrated Security & IT
Our security team knows your IT environment because they work with your IT team — or are your IT team. One team, complete visibility.
Faster Incident Response
When we detect a threat, we don't just alert you — we contain and remediate it. Security and IT working together means faster recovery.
Strategic Reporting
Monthly security reports and quarterly QBRs keep you informed. Your dedicated account manager translates security data into business insights.
AI + Human Expertise
AI detects threats instantly. Human analysts investigate and respond. You get the speed of automation with the judgment of experts.
- Security siloed from IT
- Alerts without action
- Generic security products
- Per-incident billing
- No strategic guidance
- Security + IT under one roof
- Detection and remediation
- Solutions tailored to your business
- Predictable monthly pricing
- Dedicated account manager
Education Organizations We
Work Best With
If your organization manages student data, relies on email for daily operations, and has staff working across campus or remotely — you're exactly who we built this for.
K-12 Schools & Districts
Protecting student records, staff data, and parent communication systems.
Colleges & Training Centers
Securing enrollment data, financial aid records, and institutional systems.
Education Nonprofits
Protecting donor information, program data, and staff communications.
Any Size Institution
From a 10-person private school to a 100-staff college.
Cybersecurity for Education
FAQ
Why do education organizations need cybersecurity?
Schools and colleges store sensitive student records, staff personal data, financial aid information, and research data. Ransomware attacks on education have surged — attackers know institutions often have limited IT budgets and can't afford extended downtime. Phishing campaigns target staff and faculty email accounts to steal credentials and access sensitive systems.
How does Cyber Unit protect education organizations from phishing?
Email security stops phishing, credential theft, and BEC attacks targeting staff, faculty, and administrators. Security awareness training teaches employees to recognize social engineering. Protection for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace — the platforms most schools rely on.
Can Cyber Unit protect devices used across a campus?
Yes, endpoint protection covers staff and faculty laptops, desktops, tablets, and phones. 24/7 monitoring for threats whether devices connect on campus, at home, or at remote learning locations.
What size education organizations does Cyber Unit serve?
Schools, colleges, training centers, and education nonprofits with up to 100 staff. Enterprise-grade security designed for education budgets — without the complexity of solutions built for large universities.
What cybersecurity services does Cyber Unit offer?
We offer comprehensive cybersecurity including Computer Security (EDR/MDR with 24/7 SOC monitoring), Email Security for Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace, Security Awareness Training, Vulnerability Management, Mobile Security, Network Security, Cloud Security, Security Assessments, and Incident Response. All services are backed by AI-powered threat detection and human expert analysis.
What is EDR and MDR?
EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response) monitors your devices for threats and suspicious behavior. MDR (Managed Detection & Response) adds 24/7 human analysis by security experts who investigate alerts and respond to real threats. Cyber Unit provides both, powered by SentinelOne and backed by our Security Operations Center.
How does your security assessment process work?
Our proven methodology follows three phases: (1) Assessment — we analyze your IT environment and produce a risk-prioritized findings report. (2) Optimization — we remediate identified risks and strengthen your security posture. (3) Resilience — ongoing protection with quarterly reviews, monthly reports, and a dedicated account manager.
Do you protect Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace?
Yes. Our email security solutions integrate directly with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace to protect against phishing, business email compromise, and malware. We also configure security settings and multi-factor authentication to harden your cloud environment.
How Secure Is Your
Education Organization?
Take our free 5-minute security assessment to uncover vulnerabilities and get a personalized risk report — or talk to our team to build a custom security plan.