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Data Smart: Workforce Trends and Action Planning in Cybersecurity and Privacy
Oct 10 2023
Data Smart: Workforce Trends and Action Planning in Cybersecurity and Privacy
Joe Potchanat, Director of the EDUCAUSE Cybersecurity Program, talks on the new opportunities for improvement and awareness when it comes to cybersecurity and shares best practices for higher ed IT leaders to stay on the defensive. Three Takeaways: User Education is Key: Joseph underscores the significance of user education in higher education institutions. He highlights that cybersecurity risks, particularly ransomware, often originate at the end-user level. This includes students, faculty, staff, and contractors. It's essential for everyone in the institution to have a good understanding of the risks they face and actively contribute to cybersecurity solutions.Data Minimization Matters: Joseph advises institutions to practice data minimization. By only collecting and retaining necessary data, they can reduce their exposure to potential breaches. He explains that even anonymized data can be pieced together to identify individuals, so minimizing data collection is a proactive step in safeguarding information. Privacy and Cybersecurity Go Hand in Hand: While cybersecurity focuses on the "how" of protection, privacy concerns address the "why." Joseph highlights the growing importance of privacy in the field of cybersecurity. Balancing the need for security with individuals' privacy rights is critical, and organizations should consider the implications of collecting and using personal data.
Entering An Age of Institutional Resiliency
Oct 10 2023
Entering An Age of Institutional Resiliency
Betsy Reinitz, Director of the CIO and Senior Technology Leader Program for EDUCAUSE, discusses the concept of institutional resilience in higher education and its connection to digital transformation and data-informed culture. Topics include: What is Institutional Resilience: The conversation revolves around the concept of "institutional resilience" in higher education, which refers to an institution's ability to anticipate, respond to, and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances while maximizing opportunities and minimizing the impacts of unforeseen events. This concept emerged as a response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for higher education institutions to adapt quickly to remote learning and other changes. Characteristics of Institutional Resilience: The conversation highlights several key characteristics that contribute to institutional resilience. These include being trustworthy, prepared, adaptive, interdependent, decisive, and data fluent. These attributes enable institutions to not only survive challenging times but also thrive and make the most of opportunities presented by change. The Role of Data and Analytics: The transcript emphasizes the importance of a data-informed culture within higher education institutions. Data integration, collaboration, and the use of data to inform decision-making are essential components of both institutional resilience and digital transformation. The conversation underscores that institutions need to prioritize data governance and make data-driven decisions to navigate the evolving landscape of higher education effectively.