NETA 2025: Full Schedule

The NETA Board is excited to welcome you to a dynamic learning experience on May 1-2, 2025, at the Younes Conference Center North in Kearney, Nebraska.

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8:30am CDT

The 502 Project - Community Centered Cybersecurity Education

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT

Silver 3

This session introduces the 502 Project, a non-profit initiative aimed at expanding access to and participation in the cybersecurity community. As a collaborative effort between K-12 education, higher education, non-profit community groups, and cybersecurity professionals from across sectors, the 502 Project aims at developing local talent and connections with national connections, providing free access to an online community platform and virtual events year round.

Speakers

Nathan Fisk

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity Education, University of South Florida

Felice Flake

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Silver 3

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Higher Education, Teaching & Learning
Tags Cybersecurity, Secondary (9th-12th), Staff Development, STEM / STEAM
Grade Level Secondary, Higher Education
Target Audience All

8:30am CDT

An Affordable Platform to Meet K12's Cybersecurity and Teaching Needs

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT

Bronze 2

Nebraska schools need more than content filtering—they require a budget-friendly solution addressing cybersecurity, classroom management, and student learning.

iboss and ByteSpeed provide a unified, E-Rate eligible platform tailored for K12 districts, offering tools like content filtering, classroom management, AI-driven security, and parent portals.

Join us for a practical session on affordable, all-in-one solutions that protect schools and prioritize education.

Speakers

Tyler Bussmann

Territory Manager, ByteSpeed

Justin Plumhoff

Account Executive, iboss

Justin Plumhoff is an Account Executive at iboss, specializing in cybersecurity and student safety solutions for K-12 education. Passionate about protecting schools from cyber threats, Justin is dedicated to ensuring students access safe and productive digital learning environments... Read More →

Thursday May 1, 2025 8:30am - 9:15am CDT
Bronze 2

Exhibitor Session

Strands that Match Tech Coordinators, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT)
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

11:30am CDT

Building a Cybersecurity Culture in Schools

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Silver 2

Discussion of the steps to develop a culture of cybersecurity in a school setting

Speakers

Rance Hall

Cybersecurity Trainer, NCNE

I am the son of an Oklahoma public school Assistant Superintendent, a military veteran, and an adjunct professor at a few different colleges and universities. Prior to NCNE I had been at ESU 10 for 12 years. I hold numerous certifications and two masters degrees in technology.

Thursday May 1, 2025 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Silver 2

Mini Session

Strands that Match Tech Coordinators
Tags Cybersecurity
Grade Level Secondary
Target Audience Intermediate

2:15pm CDT

Data-Driven Defense: Optimizing Cybersecurity Efforts

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT

Silver 2

In this session we will explore data types and where in your infrastructure this data lives (or should live) and how this information can focus your cybersecurity efforts to where they are most needed.

Speakers

Rance Hall

Cybersecurity Trainer, NCNE

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Silver 2

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Tech Coordinators
Tags Administrative Planning, Business, Cybersecurity, Technical Issues
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

2:15pm CDT

Managing the Firewall Lifecycle

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT

Bronze 3

Managing the firewall lifecycle is essential for maintaining strong network security and protecting an organization’s assets from potential threats. This process begins with strategic planning, where security requirements are identified based on business goals, data sensitivity, and industry regulations. Organizations must evaluate their options—whether deploying hardware, software, or cloud-based firewalls—and outline initial security policies that define rules for inbound and outbound traffic.

Speakers

Jon Bosche

Thursday May 1, 2025 2:15pm - 3:00pm CDT
Bronze 3

Exhibitor Session

Strands that Match Administration/Leadership, Tech Integration Specialist
Tags Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), Systems Admin, Technical Issues
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All

3:15pm CDT

NCNE Cybersecurity Framework

Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT

Silver 2

The NCNE Cybersecurity Framework divides CIS Controls into 10 tiers: Tiers 1–4 for IG1, 5–7 for IG2, and 8–10 for IG3. This structure simplifies implementation, helping organizations tackle cybersecurity challenges incrementally. The presentation will showcase this approach and its practical benefits for improving cybersecurity readiness.

Speakers

Andy Boell

Cybersecurity Director, Nebraska Cybersecurity Network for Education

Thursday May 1, 2025 3:15pm - 4:00pm CDT
Silver 2

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

Strands that Match Tech Coordinators
Tags Cybersecurity, Information Technology (IT), Network Systems, Systems Admin
Grade Level All Levels
Target Audience All