F.7. Consider Approval of Vendor for Cybersecurity Solutions Description: The district requested quotes for cybersecurity solutions for our network and email systems. SHI has been identified as the vendor able to provide these solutions at a competitive cost. Network: The Network Detection & Response (NDR) solution monitors network traffic to detect and respond to suspicious activities and anomali

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F.7. Consider Approval of Vendor for Cybersecurity Solutions Description: The district requested quotes for cybersecurity solutions for our network and email systems. SHI has been identified as the vendor able to provide these solutions at a competitive cost. Network: The Network Detection & Response (NDR) solution monitors network traffic to detect and respond to suspicious activities and anomalies. Unlike traditional perimeter-based security, NDR operates within the network, continuously analyzing traffic patterns to identify potential threats and enabling rapid response measures. Email: Darktrace Email Security is an AI-driven solution designed to detect and prevent malicious emails, including phishing, impersonation, and account compromise. Using self-learning artificial intelligence, it understands normal communication patterns—such as sender/recipient relationships, writing style, and timing—and flags unusual behavior that may indicate a potential attack, even if the email contains no obvious malware or suspicious links. This is a 3-year agreement, paid annually. The annual cost through the TIPS cooperative is $124,234, which is included in the district’s current amended budget.

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