Bitdefender GravityZone Security for Mobile - Co-term EDU
Bitdefender GravityZone Security for Mobile provides advanced endpoint protection for mobile devices, ensuring data security and compliance for educational institutions.
- Coverage: Protects all mobile devices accessing institutional resources against malware, phishing, and data loss.
- Compliance: Helps meet educational data privacy regulations by securing sensitive student and staff information.
- Management: Centralized console for easy deployment, policy enforcement, and threat monitoring across the mobile fleet.
- Value: Extends robust cybersecurity to mobile endpoints, safeguarding institutional data without significant overhead.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Bitdefender GravityZone Security for Mobile offers comprehensive security for smartphones and tablets used within an educational environment. It safeguards against mobile threats, secures sensitive data, and ensures compliance with privacy regulations.
This solution is designed for IT managers and professionals in educational institutions, from K-12 schools to universities. It integrates into existing IT infrastructure to provide a unified security posture for all endpoints, including mobile devices.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Detects and blocks malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks targeting mobile devices.
- Data Loss Prevention: Implements policies to prevent unauthorized access or exfiltration of sensitive institutional data.
- Device Management: Enables remote configuration, application control, and device wipe capabilities for lost or stolen devices.
- Centralized Visibility: Provides a single pane of glass for monitoring security status and managing policies across all protected mobile endpoints.
- Compliance Assurance: Aids in adhering to data privacy mandates like FERPA by securing student and staff information.
Equip your educational institution with enterprise-grade mobile security, tailored for the unique needs of the education sector.
What This Solves
Enable secure access to institutional resources
Enable teams to enforce security policies on all mobile devices connecting to the network. Streamline the process of granting and revoking access based on device security posture and user role.
BYOD programs, remote learning initiatives, campus-wide Wi-Fi networks, cloud-based educational platforms
Protect sensitive student and staff data
Automate the protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and educational records stored on or accessed via mobile devices. Prevent data leakage through unauthorized applications or malicious attacks.
Student information systems, learning management systems, administrative databases, research data repositories
Maintain compliance with data privacy regulations
Ensure adherence to regulations like FERPA by implementing robust security controls for mobile endpoints. Provide audit trails and reporting to demonstrate compliance efforts.
K-12 school districts, higher education institutions, research facilities, government-funded educational programs
Key Features
Anti-malware and Anti-phishing
Protects mobile devices from known and emerging threats, preventing infections and fraudulent activity.
Web Filtering
Blocks access to malicious websites, safeguarding users from phishing attempts and malware downloads.
Application Control
Allows administrators to permit or block specific applications, preventing the use of risky or non-compliant software.
Remote Lock and Wipe
Enables IT to remotely secure or erase data from lost or stolen devices, preventing unauthorized access.
Centralized Management Console
Provides a single interface for policy configuration, deployment, and monitoring of all mobile endpoints.
Industry Applications
Education & Research
Educational institutions handle vast amounts of sensitive student data, making robust mobile security essential for FERPA compliance and protecting PII. This solution offers tailored features for academic environments.
Government & Public Sector
Public sector organizations, including government-funded schools and agencies, require strict data protection and compliance. Mobile device security is critical for safeguarding citizen and operational data.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
While not the primary focus, healthcare organizations also manage sensitive patient data on mobile devices. This solution can contribute to HIPAA compliance by securing mobile endpoints.
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions must protect sensitive customer financial data. Securing mobile devices used by employees or for customer access is vital for preventing fraud and maintaining trust.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of mobile devices does this solution support?
This solution supports a wide range of Android and iOS devices, including smartphones and tablets, commonly used in educational settings.
How does this help with educational data privacy compliance?
By securing sensitive student and staff data on mobile devices, implementing access controls, and providing management capabilities, it helps institutions meet requirements like FERPA.
Can I manage security policies for different groups of users?
Yes, the centralized management console allows you to create and assign different security policies to various user groups or device types within your institution.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.