Simplifying K12 Cybersecurity Threat Management with Security Manager

K12 school systems are frequent targets of cybercriminals, with threats including ransomware, phishing, and data breaches. While Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response (SOAR) solutions can be a powerful defense strategy, many school systems struggle to afford and manage these complex systems. 

The Challenge: Costly and Complex SIEM/SOAR Solutions

Full-fledged SIEM/SOAR systems are often expensive and complicated. They require specialized staff to manage, a luxury many school systems can't afford. As a result, IT teams can be overwhelmed by a flood of security alerts, making it difficult to identify and respond to genuine threats. 

The Solution: Security Manager

Security Manager is a cloud-based security platform and managed service that addresses these challenges. Integrated with RapidIdentity, it was designed in collaboration with K12 school systems and offers a cost-effective way to monitor identity and authentication security events. Security Manager can integrate with 450+ systems, including cloud providers, endpoint security systems, firewalls, third party identity and authentication providers, service desk apps, and more.

Security Manager simplifies threat management by:

• Providing real-time monitoring and alerting:The platform monitors application logs from multiple sources to detect abnormal user events that could lead to account takeover.
• Filtering out the noise: The Security Manager managed services team filters out non-critical and low-risk alerts, alerting IT staff to only the most critical security notifications.
• Offering a single-pane-of-glass view: Security Manager centralizes threat alerts, providing IT staff with a clear overview of the current threat landscape.
• Automating threat detection and response: Security Manager's automated response and threat-hunting capabilities help reduce the impact of security breaches and minimize downtime.
• Delivering K12-focused cybersecurity expertise: School systems gain access to highly skilled cybersecurity professionals without the overhead costs of hiring and training staff.
• Providing predictable annual costs: The subscription model of Security Manager helps prevent unexpected expenses related to cyber incidents or security fixes.

Benefits of Security Manager

By implementing Security Manager, K12 IT teams can:

• Effectively manage cybersecurity threats
• Reduce the scope and damage of security breaches
• Protect student and staff data and digital identities
• Improve their security posture with a solution tailored to their needs and budget 

Security Manager offers a practical and affordable solution for K12 school systems seeking to enhance their cybersecurity defenses. It empowers IT leaders to protect their districts from evolving cyber threats effectively. 

Learn more and schedule a call to learn how easy it is to add Security Manager to your current RapidIdentity instance!