How Spalding University Strengthened Security and Achieved GLBA Compliance

As privacy and compliance demands in higher education grew more complex, Ntirety’s customer sought a trusted partner to enhance its security posture and meet the requirements of the new Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA).

The Challenge: Meeting GLBA Compliance

Spalding University’s small IT team had already prioritized security with a managed firewall service. However, the introduction of new GLBA requirements underscored the need for more robust and proactive security measures to achieve compliance by the looming deadline.

We were always going to outsource this. An operation that’s 24/7 with a small team is not really possible. We need a good partner to provide around the clock service and help monitor because we can’t be in front of monitors all day, every day.” – Ezra Krumhansl, CIO, Spalding University.

After evaluating multiple managed service providers, Spalding chose Ntirety for its deep expertise and robust solutions across IT areas.

Proactive, Comprehensive Security

To strengthen Spalding’s security posture, Ntirety implemented Next-Generation Firewalls, Managed Detection and Response with Endpoint Protection, and log ingestion with 24x7x365 monitoring. Monthly cybersecurity training for employees, including Ntirety’s Email Security and Phishing Awareness Training, fulfilled a key requirement of the GLBA and empowered staff to recognize and prevent threats. 

These solutions delivered advanced threat detection and response, actionable alerts, granular reporting, and improved visibility. Spalding achieved GLBA compliance, reduced risk, and maximized the efficiency of their small IT team while focusing on mission-critical activities.

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Curious to learn more about how Ntirety transformed Spalding University’s security posture? Read the full case study here.