Episodes 37
Avg. Duration 23m
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Apple Rating 5.0 (7)
Since Dec 2022
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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No one goes at it alone, k12 organizations need to work collectively to address growing cybersecurity challenges. The DPO Download provides NYS School District Data Protection Officers with insightful interviews, threat landscape updates, and peer spotlights so they don’t have to go at it alone.

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S1E36 Episode 36 - Navigating AI Guidelines and Launching a Cybersecurity Academy

Mar 18, 2026 29m

In this episode of the DPO Download our hosts speak with Eric Coronado, Director of Technology for the Suffern Central School District, to explore how his district is embracing cutting-edge…

Episode 35 - Beyond the Silos: How HR and IT Collaboration Revolutionized District Security

Feb 11, 2026 36m

In this episode, our hosts sit down with leadership from the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake Central School District—Superintendent Patrick McGrath, Director of Technology Doug Carlton, and Assistant…

S1E34 Episode 34 - Cybersecurity as a Team Sport: Governance, Response, and Strategic Planning for K12 Schools

Nov 05, 2025 27m

On this episode we welcome former Chief Information Officer at Pittsford Central School District Dr. Jeff Cimmerer to the podcast. Listen as Dr. Cimmerer speaks about how cybersecurity is very much a…

S1E33 Episode 33 - School Year Readiness, and Collaboration

Sep 10, 2025 31m

This episode we are joined by Data Protection Officers Brian Zimmer of Webster CSD, John Miller of Honeoye Falls-Lima CSD, along with Dan Fullerton of Monroe Regional Information Center (RIC) to…

S1E32 Episode 32 - How to Handle Zero Day Threats

Aug 06, 2025 23m

What happens when hackers find a flaw before the developers do? They get a Zero-Day—a golden ticket into networks worldwide.Join our hosts along with NERIC's Information Security Manager Don Harple…

S1E31 Episode 31 - A Global Perspective on Data Security and Privacy

Jul 02, 2025 29m

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…

S1E30 Episode 30 - NYSED CPO Farewell: A Conversation with Louise DeCandia

Jun 04, 2025 31m

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.…

S1E29 Episode 29 - Inside the SOC, should you Build it or Buy It

May 07, 2025 32m

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…

S1E28 Episode 28 - Live from the 2025 RICone DPSS Conference

Apr 07, 2025 25m

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…

S1E27 Episode 27 - West Irondequoit Central School District

Mar 05, 2025 24m

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…

Episode 26 - Business Office Cyber Awareness Training

Jan 29, 2025 20m

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…

S1E25 Episode 25 - Live at NYSCATE 2024

Dec 04, 2024 15m

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.

S1E24 Episode 24 - Data Retention Seattle Public Schools

Nov 13, 2024 23m

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…

S1E23 Episode 23 - Buffalo Public Schools Part 2

Oct 30, 2024 19m

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…

S1E23 Episode 23 - Buffalo Public Schools Part 1

Oct 02, 2024 19m

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…

S1E22 Episode 22 - The Mental Pressure of a Cyber Incident

Aug 07, 2024 21m

Tune in this month as co-host Josh Becker shares his firsthand experience navigating a cyber crisis. Learn about the intense mental pressures he faced and gain valuable insights to help you prepare…

S1E21 Episode 21 - Chief Technology Officer Erin Sheevers

Jul 03, 2024 24m

Join us this month as we talk with Bethlehem Central Schools Chief Technology Officer Erin Sheevers. Listen as Erin speaks about the evolution of her career as well as cybersecurity. Learn how Erin…

S1E20 Episode 20 - Live from The RICone DPSS Conference

Jun 05, 2024 20m

Join us this month as we recorded live from the RICone Data Privacy and Security Conference in Albany, NY. Listen to snippets of the keynote address as well as conference attendees on the best part…

S1E19 Episode 19 - RICone DPSS Conference Preview

May 01, 2024 20m

Join us as we provide a preview of the 2024 RICone Data Privacy and Security Conference on May 2nd & 3rd. Listen to snippets from past guests that will be presenting at the conference.

S1E18 Episode 18 - Data Privacy from a Second Grader

Apr 03, 2024 23m

Join us on the extra special show as Jaya, who is in the second grade, speaks to us about what data privacy means to her and even provides some clever ideas on passwords. Listen as she tells us how…

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