Cybersecurity in Hybrid School Environments, S2E9

What are some of the specific cybersecurity challenges school districts are facing and addressing? How have the past two years changed the cybersecurity landscape?

Gary Lambert, Director of 21st Century Learning for Beekmantown Central School District in New York, is the guest on this episode and shares his insights on these critical topics. Lambert discusses the reasons why concerns about cybersecurity are in the DNA of 21st century learning, how the pandemic has influenced cybersecurity trends, and some of the tools Lambert’s district is utilizing to mitigate cybersecurity challenges. They also discuss advice for district leaders, why all roles within a district need to be informed about cybersecurity, and more. 

This episode is part two of a mini-series supported by GoGuardian. Learn more at https://www.goguardian.com/ 

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    Gary Lambert works as a Director, 21st Century Learning at Beekmantown Central School District, which is an Education company with an estimated 311 employees; and founded in 1958. They are part of the Learning & Development team within the Human Resources Department and their management level is Director. Gary graduated from Union College in 1992 and is currently based in West Chazy, United States.

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