Building on the success of our recent Cybersecurity Roadshow in the West Cheshire region, we are excited to expand the event across the entire North West. Virtue, in collaboration with Sophos, is offering cyber education to Network and Business Managers in schools throughout the region. This event offers a unique chance to explore the latest trends, connect with other professionals, and engage in discussions on how to protect your school.
The program consists of three sessions that will cover the following topics:
• Session 1: The Rise and Dangers of Ransomware in Education
• Session 2: Security Layers (Protecting Your School from Ransomware) and Planning Your Security Strategy
• Session 3: Security Best Practices and Ongoing Protection for Your School
Dates
Session 1: Wednesday 6th November 2024
Session 2: Wednesday 29th January 2025
Session 3: Wednesday 14th May 2025
Time
8.30am until 2.00pm
The sessions will include breakfast and lunch for all delegates.
Venue
Wrightington Hotel, Wrightington, WN6 9PB
Agenda
Session 1 – Wednesday 6th November 2024 – The Rise and Dangers of Ransomware in Education:
- Welcome
- Virtue: Front-line Experience from the Virtue Cyber Response Team
- Sophos: The State of Ransomware in Education Report
- Technical and SLT Roundtables
Book your place for the Session 1 here.
Session 2 – Wednesday 29th January 2025 – Security Layers (Protecting Your School from Ransomware) and Planning Your Security Strategy:
- Virtue: Security Layers and Ransomware Prevention
- Sophos: Security Hygiene
- Planning Your Security Strategy
- Technical and SLT Roundtables
Session 3 – Wednesday 14th May 2025 – Security Best Practices and Ongoing Protection for Your School:
- Cloud Security
- Sophos: Cybersecurity as-a-service with 24/7 Ransomware and Breach Prevention Services
- Security Awareness and Best Practices
- Virtue Security Readiness Reviews
- Technical and SLT Roundtables
