NETA 2025: Full Schedule

1:15pm CDT

After the Breach: A Ransomware Panel Discussion for Small Schools

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

A presentation and panel discussion going over a recent ransomware incident in the northeast corner of the state from a collection of people involved with the incident response and recovery efforts. Topics covered will include: interactions with insurance, working with an external incident response team, lessons learned, etc.

Speakers

Andrew Contreras

Cody Ernesti

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

Concurrent Session (45 minutes where the presenter shares information)

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

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

4:15pm CDT

Wi-Fi 7 Infrastructure Planning: A Practical Guide for K-12

Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT

Bronze 3

Wi-Fi 7 promises transformative capabilities that require careful infrastructure planning. This technical session cuts through the marketing hype to deliver practical insights on implementing Wi-Fi 7 in education, including critical considerations for power requirements, switching infrastructure, and spectrum management. We'll explore the 6 GHz landscape, regulatory requirements, and security considerations while providing actionable strategies for managing the coexistence of legacy devices.

Speakers

SmartWAVE Technologies - Joe De Bauche

SmartWAVE Technologies

SmartWAVE Technologies is a leading “wireless” centric systems integrator, that provides planning, design, installation and integration of wireless networks, along with the unique applications these networks support. With a staff of seasoned IT professionals, our team members... Read More →

John Murphy

Senior Principal Systems Engineer, Ruckus Networks

Thursday May 1, 2025 4:15pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bronze 3

Exhibitor Session

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