Cybersecurity in K-12

Join us for an exclusive session with WGU alumnus and technology leader, Andy Lombardo. Andy will share his unique journey, detailing his career transition from an English teacher to a Director of Technology overseeing K-12 cybersecurity and IT operations. Discover how he leveraged flexible, skills-driven degree programs at WGU to expand his technical expertise and earn his B.S. and M.Sc. in IT with a focus on Cybersecurity and Information Assurance. Andy will also discuss the importance of key industry certifications like the CISSP and CISM and how they helped him transition from the classroom into a cybersecurity leadership role. This session is perfect for: IT professionals interested in a career in education technology. Educators considering a pivot into a new subject area like computer science or cybersecurity. Anyone curious about building a successful career in IT. Come and hear Andy’s firsthand experience and get valuable advice on how to navigate a career change and make an impact in the field of educational technology.