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Schools face a growing cybersecurity threat, further complicated by limited IT resources and budget constraints. These vulnerabilities can lead to costly breaches, disrupted learning, and student data exposure.
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MDR for Education
Protect your network, reputation, and student data
UncommonX Managed Detection and Response (MDR) protects school systems like yours from external threats and manages remediation, 24/7, 365 days a year.
This managed service is supported by our patented Exposure Management Platform, which delivers complete visibility of your school's entire network, infrastructure and devices, and their relative risk in real time.
That way, you can have the 24/7/365 protection you need with none of the costs, staffing or infrastructure headaches you don't.
See everything, secure it, and save money
Leveraging the UncommonX MDR platform is the fastest and easiest way to see everything on your network, secure it effectively, and save money in the process—especially when compared to the cost of an active breach.
See everything
Unprecedented network visibility
Our Exposure Management Platform deploys faster and easier than any other EM platform on the market, mapping a school's entire network, infrastructure, and devices. It then analyzes, prioritizes, and relays consistently reliable data on potential risks and threats that no other platform can offer, all in real-time.
Secure it
Prioritize cyber risks in real-time
UncommonX MDR for Education discovers, organizes, and analyzes all elements of a network and its interactions using NIST and other prominent cybersecurity guidelines to provide a real-time risk rating on all elements of your infrastructure, including people, processes, and tools.
Save money
24/7 Managed SOC included
School customers receive complimentary access to our expert 24/7 Managed SOC at no extra charge, serving as an extension of your IT team to monitor activities around the clock and during holidays.
Case Study
School district
(ransomware attack)
ISSUE: Network attacked during holiday break, all systems compromised, no backups.
Pricing
Education-preferred pricing for schools of all sizes
Pricing starts as low as $3k per month. Packages are designed to fit any size school, with solutions tailored to fit your needs—including legacy networked environments—depending upon endpoint count and the frequency of vulnerability scanning throughout the year.
Up to 500
endpoints
Perfect for smaller schools
UCX platform & dashboard
Agentless discovery
Real-time alerts
24/7 SOC
Monthly report
Annual vulnerability scan
Starting at $3,000
per month
500-2,000
endpoints
Perfect for medium schools
UCX platform & dashboard
Agentless discovery
Real-time alerts
24/7 SOC
Monthly report
Threat hunting
Quarterly vulnerability scan
Contact us
for pricing
2,000+
endpoints
Perfect for medium to large schools
UCX platform & dashboard
Agentless discovery
Real-time alerts
24/7 SOC
Monthly report
Threat hunting
Quarterly vulnerability scan
Contact us
for pricing
Seamless integration
Literally hundreds of tools and applications
UncommonX facilitates universal integration capabilities through agentless discovery. This process offers out of the box connections to 100s of common IT products, from firewalls to OT, to Cloud applications. This unique approach can directly contribute to the bottom line of your school’s IT budget—optimizing existing investments by integrating them under one platform.
FAQ
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What is MDR for Education?
UncommonX MDR for Education protects school systems from external threats and manages remediation, 24/7, 365 days a year. This managed service is supported by our patented Exposure Management Platform, which delivers complete visibility of your school's entire network, infrastructure, and devices and their relative risk in real time. That way, you can have the non-stop protection you need with none of the costs, staffing or infrastructure headaches you don't. It is the fastest and easiest way to see everything, secure it and save money.
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What is a SOC?
A Security Operations Center (SOC) is a centralized unit within an organization responsible for monitoring, detecting and responding to cybersecurity threats in real-time. The UncommonX SOC operates 24/7, 365 days a year and uses our proprietary Exposure Management platform to protect your school district’s digital assets by identifying potential security incidents and taking necessary actions to mitigate them. Our 24/7 Managed SOC is included in the MDR for Education solution.
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Who staffs the UncommonX SOC?
The UncommonX 24/7 Managed SOC is staffed by W-2 US-based cybersecurity experts who bring robust analytics and education sector experience in threat detection and response 24/7/365. Our experts work as an extension of your school district’s IT team, providing continuous protection and remediation, including during holiday breaks and weekends.
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Where is your SOC located?
Our SOC is based in the US. It’s a 24/7, 365 operation that supports school districts continuously from the same, or similar, time zones as our clients. With UncommonX, your school district avoids the time and cost of building and operating a SOC, and immediately adopts a more secure security footprint.
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What is Exposure Management?
Exposure Management is a comprehensive approach to understanding, operating, and improving an organization's IT and Security posture on an ongoing basis. A key element of effective Exposure Management is the ability to see everything in your IT and network environment and understand its technical role and business context. This is a unique capability of UncommonX, which provides a single pane of glass to see everything with insight and accuracy, and provide actionable intelligence to users and stakeholders.
The UncommonX Exposure Management Platform deploys quickly and easily to map your entire network, infrastructure, and devices. It then analyzes, prioritizes and relays consistently reliable data on potential risks and threats that no other platform can offer. It's the only exposure management platform with complete visibility, revealing your entire network and its relative risk in real time.
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What is agentless integration?
Agentless integration refers to our ability to connect with your IT environment without requiring the installation of additional software agents on your devices. The UncommonX solution offers out-of-the-box connections to 100s of common IT products, from firewalls to OT, to Cloud applications typically used by school districts. So deployment takes hours, not weeks.
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How quickly can UncommonX get started?
We can get your MDR for Education solution up and running in a matter of hours or days, not weeks or months. Our proprietary Exposure Management Platform enables rapid deployment and immediate access to real-time risks, all backed by our 24/7 Managed SOC.
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How much does UncommonX cost?
UncommonX for Education pricing starts as low as $3k per month. Packages are designed to fit any size school, with solutions tailored to fit your needs—including legacy networked environments—depending upon your endpoint count and the frequency of vulnerability scanning throughout the year.
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Does the UncommonX solution fit any sized school?
Yes. Our solutions are designed to fit any size organization, including small-to-large enterprises, as well as state and local government, and school systems. Our flexible approach considers the assets to be protected, the number of devices, IT and security staffing, and the maturity of your school district’s IT risk management strategy. Contact us today for a quote.
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Why do schools choose UncommonX?
Schools choose UncommonX for our comprehensive cybersecurity solutions that provide complete visibility and robust protection against digital threats. We combine advanced technology, expert staffing, and rapid deployment to enhance your school's cybersecurity posture. We offer tailored services that meet the specific needs of school districts, ensuring that you can focus on your primary mission of education while being assured that your digital environment is secure.
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Let us help with your grant proposal
At UncommonX, we specialize in helping schools secure funding for cybersecurity improvements. Our expertise in developing comprehensive cybersecurity plans, conducting risk assessments, and preparing detailed grant proposals can significantly increase your chances of securing the necessary funds.
Education insights
Read more about exposure management and cybersecurity for schools in our blog
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