FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program Checklist

K-12 schools and libraries across the United States have become prime targets for ransomware, phishing, and data theft. With limited resources, overextended IT staff, and aging infrastructure, education institutions face mounting cyber risks that can disrupt learning, compromise sensitive student data, and erode community trust.

To address these challenges, the FCC launched the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program – a three-year, $200 million initiative that provides eligible organizations with funding to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. The program focuses on four key areas of protection: advanced firewalls, endpoint protection, identity and access security, and monitoring, detection, and response.

Participation in the Pilot Program offers schools and libraries a unique opportunity to access enterprise-grade controls, implement 24/7 monitoring and response capabilities, and demonstrate cyber resilience at a scale that was previously out of reach.

Download this checklist to learn about the compliance requirements and reporting obligations for the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program, which cybersecurity services are eligible for funding, and how your institution can maximize FCC funding to improve visibility, reduce risk, and prevent costly disruptions.