Cybersecurity & Data Protection for Learning Institutions

Protecting Student Data, Financial Systems, and Academic Integrity.
Managed Security, Compliance & Risk Advisory Services for Schools, Colleges & Universities.

Serving the Entire Kenyan Education Sector

Gelom provides cybersecurity and data protection services to learning institutions across Kenya, including:

Early Childhood Development (ECD) Centres
Preschools & Kindergarten Institutions
Primary Schools
Secondary Schools
Private & Public Schools
International & British Curriculum Schools
Technical & Vocational Education & Training (TVET) Institutions
Colleges
Universities & Higher Education Institutions

We support both private and public institutions in meeting cybersecurity and data protection obligations under the Kenya Data Protection Act (2019).

Educational Institutions Are Prime Cyber Targets

Learning institutions manage sensitive student data, financial systems, online learning platforms, and digital examinations—making them attractive targets for ransomware, fraud, insider threats, and data breaches.

Student Data Leaks
Ransomware Attacks
ERP & Financial System Fraud
Email Compromise (Business Email Compromise – BEC)
Examination System Manipulation
Insider Data Misuse
LMS Platform Breaches

Critical Systems We Secure

students
Student Information Systems (SIS)
Learning Management Systems (LMS)
Examination & Results Platforms
Parent & Student Portals
Library & Digital Resource Systems
School ERP & Finance Systems
HR & Payroll Systems
Email (Microsoft 365 / Google Workspace)
Biometric Access Control Systems
Campus Networks & CCTV Infrastructure
Website & Hosting Infrastructure

Compliance & Governance Alignment

Gelom supports the education sector in aligning with regulatory and governance standards, including:

Kenya Data Protection Act (2019)
International Data Privacy Best Practices
School Board Governance & Risk Oversight Requirements
ISO-aligned Information Security Frameworks

Why Learning Institutions Choose Gelom

Specialized focus on education sector and regulated sectors
Executive-level risk reporting for boards and administrators
Local compliance expertise with international best practices
Cost-effective managed security subscription model
Confidential and discreet security engagements

Request a Free & Confidential Cyber Risk Assessment

Book a confidential security assessment for your institution and receive a detailed
executive-level cybersecurity risk report within 7 days.