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Episode 31 - A Global Perspective on Data Security and Privacy Jul 02, 2025

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On this episode our hosts along with Saige Hupman and Ashleen Speen from South Central Regional Information Center discuss what the world's top security experts are saying and how it applies to NYS School districts. Join us as we pull back the curtain on the Gartner Data Security and Privacy Summit. We’re cutting through the global corporate-speak to translate the latest guidance on AI, data protection, and emerging cyber threats into practical, actionable strategies tailored for our local districts.

Episode 30 - NYSED CPO Farewell: A Conversation with Louise DeCandia Jun 04, 2025

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Join our hosts as they sit down with Louise DeCandia, the NYSED Chief Privacy Officer, for a candid look back at her impactful tenure. Listen as Louise speaks about the initial challenges she faced. Hear her reflections on the ever-evolving data privacy and security landscape. Discover the initiatives she believes had the most impact, and the relationships she was able to establish with all the stakeholders.

Episode 29 - Inside the SOC, should you Build it or Buy It May 07, 2025

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Have you ever wondered about what goes on inside a security operations center (SOC)? In our next episode, our hosts will be speaking with Paul Marco from Talas Security. Paul will be sharing his experiences managing a security operations center, and we'll be discussing the "Build it" versus "Buy it" approach for cybersecurity controls in school districts. To wrap up, Paul will also share his firsthand account of the 2013 Denial of Service attacks that affected over a dozen U.S. banks.

Episode 28 - Live from the 2025 RICone DPSS Conference Apr 07, 2025

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Join our hosts broadcasting live from the 2025 RICone Data Privacy and Security Service Conference. They'll be discussing the conference's growth over the past four years, sharing excerpts from the keynote speaker, and catching up with attendees about their favorite aspects of the event.

Episode 27 - West Irondequoit Central School District Mar 05, 2025

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Join us for an insightful conversation with Casey Wagner, the Director of Technology (DOT) and Data Protection Officer (DPO) for West Irondequoit Central Schools. We'll explore Casey's unique journey, from classroom educator to technology leadership. Learn how she successfully made the switch and, in just two years, significantly enhanced data privacy and security within her school district.

Episode 26 - Business Office Cyber Awareness Training Jan 29, 2025

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Stay ahead of cyber threats! Join hosts Monica and Josh as they break down the essential takeaways from their annual School District Business Office Cyber Awareness Training. Discover the latest risks and learn how to protect your district's sensitive data.

Episode 25 - Live at NYSCATE 2024 Dec 04, 2024

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Join us as we attend the annual NYSCATE conference. Listen as we catch up with attendees and speak to RIC one Risk Operation Center representatives about the Student Data Privacy Consortium panel.

Episode 24 - Data Retention Seattle Public Schools Nov 13, 2024

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In this episode, we welcome Melinda Lamantia, the Records and Archives Manager at Seattle Public Schools, to discuss data retention in schools. You'll hear how Seattle Public Schools manages data retention, including their email systems. Melinda will also share how you can throw an information review and clean up party in your school district.

Episode 23 - Buffalo Public Schools Part 2 Oct 30, 2024

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Join us for part 2 of our interview with Laura Samulski-Peters and Julianna Sciolino of Buffalo Public Schools. In part 1 we heard about the cyber incident that affected Buffalo Public Schools in 2021. Listen to part 2 as Laura & Julianna speak about what Buffalo Public Schools has accomplished since the incident. Learn about how they have involved students and the community in making Buffalo Public Schools more cyber aware.

Episode 23 - Buffalo Public Schools Part 1 Oct 02, 2024

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Join us for this special 2 part podcast with Buffalo Public Schools. In part 1 hear from Laura Samulski-Peters and Julianna Sciolino about the cyber incident that affected Buffalo Public Schools in 2021. Listen as Laura & Julianna speak about the actions taken during the incident and how Buffalo Public Schools was able to recover to keep learning loss at a minimum.

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