BridgeValley Community & Technical College receives grant to enhance cybersecurity
The grant, which was awarded by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the West Virginia Emergency Management Division, will allow the school to improve its current cybersecurity measures to better detect and defend against threats.
BridgeValley Community & Technical College has received a grant totalling $61,957 from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the West Virginia Emergency Management Division. The grant is via the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program and will run until November 2026.
According to an article on BridgeValley Community & Technical College’s website, Adam Ferrell, who serves as the IT director at the school, was quoted as saying, “This grant allows us to further fortify our cybersecurity posture, providing us with the tools and support needed to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats. The CrowdStrike Falcon solution has proven to be a critical asset, and we are excited to expand our use of its capabilities to ensure the safety and security of our institution.”
BridgeValley Community & Technical College already has cybersecurity measures in place, including multi factor authentication and endpoint protection, and this grant will allow for the implementation of even more security measures to protect sensitive data like student information. The funding will pay for the implementation of CrowdStrike Falcon’s Endpoint Detection and Response.
Additionally, BridgeValley Community & Technical College will place emphasis on sustainability efforts while pursuing enhanced cybersecurity. The school will look into cost-savings and collaborations and partnerships with other local institutions.
For more information about BridgeValley Community & Technical College, visit the school’s website.