What Every Higher Ed Tech Leader Should Know About Cyber Threats You Can’t See
Watch on demand. Understand what’s lurking. Act with confidence.
Cyber threats don’t start with a breach—they often start in the shadows. This recorded session peels back the layers of the Dark Net to help higher education technology leaders and cybersecurity stakeholders understand what’s really at stake.
Whether you're overseeing IT systems, managing sensitive data, or protecting mission-critical infrastructure, this conversation sheds light on the hidden marketplaces, threat actors, and vulnerabilities that traditional risk assessments miss.
What you’ll learn:
How these hidden markets actually work
What’s fact vs. fiction when it comes to the darknet
The tools and tactics used on (and against) these platforms
What’s legit in the world of darknet services vs. the pure snake oil
Meet the Speaker
Stephen Heath
Executive Consultant, Cybersecurity
Stephen Heath is a seasoned cybersecurity leader with more than 20 years of experience spanning roles from ethical hacker to Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
Now serving as Executive Cybersecurity Consultant at KAI Partners, Stephen specializes in helping higher education IT leaders reduce stress and risk by building practical, compliant, and security-aligned programs.
In addition to a BS and MS in Computer Science, Stephen holds CISSP, CISA, CISM, and OSCP certifications.
Outside of work, he enjoys mountain adventures and quality time with his family.
Bonus!
Access these additional resources to support your cybersecurity journey
Slides
Tour of the Darknet Presentation
Get a copy of the presentation deck with key insights and talking points from the session. Ideal for internal sharing and quick reference.
Infographic
Ransomware in Higher Education
Explore how ransomware is targeting higher education institutions—and what decision-makers can do to prepare.
Case Study
From Vulnerability to Vigilance
Follow the transformation of California community colleges from fragmented systems to a modern, secure infrastructure.
Stay Ahead of the Threat
At KAIP, we don’t just respond to risk, we anticipate it.
If you’re ready to strengthen your college's cybersecurity strategy, we’re here to help you take action.
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“Stephen and the KAI team have been instrumental in helping us revamp our Information Security Program. From providing expert GLBA guidance to supporting our ongoing risk assessments, they are always responsive, reliable, and truly an outstanding partner. We’re very pleased with their service and partnership.”
Jon Cornelison
VP, Technology Services | Solano Community College
“KAIP has brought tremendous expertise to their work with the Chancellor’s Office and colleges around the state. They’ve been an invaluable resource to me as CTO of the Foothill-De Anza Community College District, consistently responsive and instrumental in helping our district strengthen its security posture. Stephen, their cybersecurity expert, is an excellent thought partner, combining deep technical knowledge with a collaborative approach.”
Jory Hadsell, Ed.D.
Vice Chancellor, Technology and Innovation | Foothill-De Anza Community College District
"Stephen and his colleagues at KAIP understand that security is fundamentally about people. You can have the best technology, policies, and practices in place, but if people don't use them, you might as well invite the threats into your environment. Working with the team for many years, they know how to help users understand their critical role in security and how best they can utilize tools and processes to keep themselves and their organization safe."
Joseph Moreau
Vice Chancellor & CTO (retired) | Foothill-De Anza Community College District
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