Cybersecurity in higher education

Cybersecurity in higher education is one of the most complex challenges, balancing openness, privacy, and the need for constant availability. Our cybersecurity solutions for higher education provide robust protection across intricate campus infrastructures, assets, and data, ensuring clarity and manageability.

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Assisting higher education institutions in prioritizing security.

In the digital age, safeguarding students also means protecting their private data—whether financial, healthcare-related, or academic. We provide the systems and services needed to meet your specific protection requirements.

234%

increase in ransomware attacks on educational institutions from 2021 to 2022 (SOCRadar)

31%

of breaches in schools in 2022 were caused by stolen credentials (2023 Verizon DBIR)

74%

of ransomware attacks on higher ed institutions have succeeded (Inside Higher Ed)

Our Methodology

We simplify the process of enhancing and managing your security.

We believe effective cybersecurity thrives at the intersection of outstanding service delivery and the strategic deployment of security solutions.

Discover how to make cybersecurity simpler.

  • Easy to understand

    Our security experts are trained to provide support and communicate in a way that’s easy for you to understand. We design cybersecurity solutions that address your concerns on your terms.

  • Easy to choose

    We have an established reputation as security and technology leaders. With a clear definition of cybersecurity outcomes for your business, you can make the best decisions to secure your organization.

  • Easy to trust

    We provide clear and consistent communication, combined with trusted operations and reporting, so your stakeholders can feel confident in their cybersecurity decisions.

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Compliance assessments for higher education institutions.

Compliance guidelines can seem like a challenge for higher education leaders. Let us assist you in gathering the necessary materials, creating the reports you need, and streamlining the process to ensure you pass with ease.

  • Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA)
  • Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)
  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
  • National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF)

Our services simplify the solution to your most challenging problems.

We make it simple to test your defenses. Think of us as trusted hackers for hire.

Infrastructure Penetration Testing

Our engineers use the same tools and techniques as the world’s most sophisticated cyber threats, providing a clear view of vulnerabilities that can’t be detected through other methods.

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Vulnerability Scanning

Don’t let vulnerability scanning overwhelm your team. If your scans are taking too long, you're struggling to prioritize vulnerabilities, or you need a scan to meet compliance requirements, we’re here to help.

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Application Penetration Testing

Applications frequently expose database views to the internet. Want to ensure there’s no backdoor access to your entire dataset? Let us identify and fix the vulnerabilities before they become a problem.

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Wireless Penetration Testing

Attackers are increasingly targeting corporate networks to gain access to internal environments. Let our engineers identify network vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

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We make it simple to test your defenses. Consider us your trusted hackers for hire.

Infrastructure Penetration Testing

Our engineers use the same tools and techniques as the world’s most sophisticated cyber threats, providing an unparalleled view of vulnerabilities that can’t be uncovered through other methods.

Learn more

Vulnerability Scanning

Don’t let vulnerability scanning overwhelm your team. If your scans are taking too long, you're having trouble prioritizing vulnerabilities, or you need a scan to meet compliance requirements, we’re here to help.

Learn more

Application Penetration Testing

Applications frequently expose database views to the internet. Want to ensure there's no backdoor access to your entire dataset? Let us identify the vulnerabilities before they become a problem.

Learn more

Wireless Penetration Testing

Attackers are increasingly targeting corporate networks to gain access to internal environments. Let our engineers uncover network vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.

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We simplify meeting compliance requirements and enhance your security posture with actionable recommendations.

TSC Compliance

CMMC is evolving quickly. If you need CMMC certification or want to prepare in advance, reach out to us today.

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ISO 27001

Looking to implement an ISO 27001 Security Management System for certification or benchmark your program? Rely on our expertise and support to guide you through the process.

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NIST 800-53

If you're aiming to conform to NIST 800-53 security controls as a best practice, we can assist you every step of the way.

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HIPAA Security Standards

With our extensive experience working with major hospitals and healthcare providers, we can help protect patient information and ensure HIPAA compliance.

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New York Cybersecurity (23 NYCRR 500)

Whether you're working towards compliance or reviewing the regulations for the first time, we can help you achieve 23 NYCRR 500 compliance.

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PCI Compliance Services

Navigating PCI compliance can be complex. With our extensive experience in PCI-DSS assessment and advisory services, we help organizations of all sizes meet this security standard. Let us support your critical PCI initiatives.

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We make it simple to identify risks and offer meaningful cybersecurity advice, empowering you to plan your business effectively.

Security Strategy

The best cybersecurity programs begin with a solid strategy. Whether you need help creating one or reviewing your current strategy for gaps, our team of experts will guide you through the design process.

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Virtual CISO

Looking for a CISO? Whether you need a fractional resource, are working towards compliance, or simply need executive cybersecurity advice, our team of executives is here to answer your business questions.

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Incident Response Planning

Be ready for any cybersecurity incident. Whether you need help designing playbooks, documenting processes, or conducting tabletop exercises, we’re here to assist.

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Policy Review

Cybersecurity policies are the foundation of any security program and are required by all cyber compliance standards. Let us handle the heavy lifting of reviewing, maintaining, and operationalizing your policies.

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Security Program Reviews

Create a plan for improvement that aligns critical business priorities with the cybersecurity capabilities you need.

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Security Risk Assessments

Receive a comprehensive analysis to guide your security decisions, presented in a way that your stakeholders will easily understand.

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We simplify identifying and reducing the risk of threats, without the need for extra staffing.

Curated Threat Intelligence

Stay informed with relevant, up-to-date threat intelligence for your security operations. We integrate our threat intelligence platform into your systems and provide tailored threat briefings based on your needs.

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Managed Detection and Response (MDR)

Combine your technology with our human expertise to conduct threat hunting, monitoring, and response.

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Guardsarm Managed Extended Detection and Response (MXDR)

Implement near real-time threat detection and response, rely on expert remediation strategies, and identify new attacks and techniques before they cause harm.

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SOC as a Service

Ongoing monitoring, precise alerting, real-time investigation, and actionable threat intelligence reduce the time it takes to detect attacks or vulnerabilities.

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Office 365

Evaluate your third-party vendors to identify security risks and establish accountability. Confidently guide your business partnerships to meet changing expectations.

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GitHub

Schedule scans, manage policies, ensure comprehensive asset coverage, and offer timely advice to mitigate vulnerability risks.

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GuardsArm Support Services

Accelerate your Zscaler deployment, optimize the platform for maximum security functionality, and leverage a team of experts to transform constant alerts into actionable insights—without the added overhead.

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Discover comprehensive cybersecurity protection today and safeguard your organization from evolving threats.

  1. Consult with an expert

    Speak with one of our cybersecurity experts to help us understand your needs and explore how we can support your security goals.

  2. Agree on a plan

    Based on your objectives, we'll develop a customized plan to address your specific cybersecurity needs and ensure your protection.

  3. Start maximizing your protection

    Enjoy peace of mind, knowing that what matters most is securely protected.

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