The Summit offers content for all. Our new Cyber101 Workshop takes “cybersecurity is everyone’s responsibility” to a practical level of learning.
Who Should Attend?
The Cyber101 Workshop is for all K-12 school employees and state, local, tribal and territorial (SLTT) public sector employees who are ready to take their cybersecurity knowledge to the next level. Front-line emergency managers, IT help desk operators, teachers, public information officers, city planners, PSAP calltakers, school counselors, HR data analysts — truly, this is for everyone.
Takeaways
• Strategic Frameworks: Learn how to align your cybersecurity program with industry standards and governance models.
• Practical Preparedness: Build confidence through live demonstrations and real-world crisis simulations.
• Incident Readiness: Develop a customized incident response plan that integrates with your organizational continuity plans.
Agenda
Session 1: Building Blocks — Developing a Comprehensive Cybersecurity Program
Learn how to build a strong cybersecurity program through standards, governance, and strategic alignment. This session covers risk mitigation, accountability frameworks, and oversight processes to help organizations enhance resilience, protect assets, and align cybersecurity efforts with business goals in today’s evolving threat landscape.
Ron Olsen, MNIT; Catherine Scott, MNIT
Session 2: Cybersecurity Appetizers — Bite-Sized Challenges to Prepare for a Crisis
Engage in quick, real-world cyber scenarios to strengthen crisis response readiness. This session promotes critical thinking, communication, and collaboration through challenges focused on data breaches, ransomware, and incident planning—equipping participants with practical strategies to improve preparedness, resilience, and stakeholder trust during cyber incidents.
Christopher Gabbard, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Jennifer Lotze, IT Audit Labs
Session 3: Incident Response Planning — Templates, Best Practices & Key Considerations
This interactive workshop guides participants in creating effective incident response plans using state templates and CISA playbooks. Attendees will learn to define roles, assess readiness, ensure continuity, and align with emergency frameworks—gaining practical tools to strengthen cyber response and organizational resilience.
Christopher Gabbard, U.S. Department of Homeland Security; Jennifer Lotze, IT Audit Labs
Optional Lunch & Learn: Teaching beyond “Don’t Click the Link”
Join us for a lunchtime cybersecurity seminar: Teaching Beyond “Don’t Click the Link.” This session introduces educators to strategies for building engaging cybersecurity curriculum that goes deeper than basic warnings. Learn how to teach critical thinking, real-world threat modeling, and digital responsibility to prepare students for today’s evolving cyber landscape. Ideal for teachers at all levels.
Kate Granlund, Wayzata High School; Tabitha Senty, District 196 Career Development; Jennifer Lotze, IT Audit Labs
Public Sector Village: Shared Cybersecurity Tools and Resources
Step into the Public Sector Village to explore hands-on cybersecurity tools and shared services available to Minnesota’s public entities. See how local governments, schools, and utilities can leverage no-cost and discounted resources for system hardening, detection and response, and incident support. Hosted by the Minnesota National Guard C3 and MNIT, the Village offers demos, walk-throughs, and real tools in use across the state.
VILLAGE SUPPORTERS
Make Cybersecurity a Priority. Reserve Your Spot Today!
Cyber threats don’t wait, and neither should you. By investing in this event, you’ll gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to protect your organization from the growing risks of cyberattacks.
$299 registration includes:
- Five educational sessions
- AM or PM General Sessions
- Attendance Certificate (CEU/CPE)
- Choose Networking Lunch or Lunch & Learn
- EXPO Hall Networking with Solution Providers
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