
Cyber Incident Recovery and Network Enhancement for a Local School District

Industry
Education
Challenge
The Pittston Area School District experienced a significant cyber incident that rendered their network inoperative for several months, severely affecting both student and faculty systems.
Results
InnoTek provided immediate recovery solutions and implemented a comprehensive Co-Managed Network Support package, resulting in restored network functionality and fortified security measures.
Key Product
Co-Managed Network Support, urProtected Security Solutions, Proactive Monitoring, Advanced Security Tools

About Pittston Area School District
Pittston Area School District is a public education system located in Northeastern Pennsylvania, serving students from elementary through high school. The district is dedicated to providing high-quality academic programs, innovative learning opportunities, and a safe, supportive environment for both students and staff. With a strong focus on community values and student success, Pittston Area prepares learners to thrive in an increasingly connected and technology-driven world.The Challenge
When Pittston Area School District’s systems were crippled by a cyber incident, the district needed more than just a band-aid. They needed a partner who could investigate, remediate, and future-proof their entire IT environment.
The Solution
InnoTek’s team got to work. First came the investigation and root cause analysis, paired with recovery from reliable backups to bring operations back online. Then, we went deeper: conducting two full rounds of vulnerability testing (internal and insurance-driven), closing every gap, and implementing all recommended security measures. Within 45 days, the district went from compromised to compliant, with a hardened infrastructure and confidence in their defenses.
The Results
But this wasn’t just a one-time fix. With InnoTek’s Co-Managed Network Support package, Pittston now benefits from 24/7 monitoring, continuous patch management, semi-annual alignment reviews, and vCIO-led strategy sessions. Their IT team is empowered with enterprise-grade tools while still retaining control, backed by our technicians who respond to critical issues in under an hour (and usually pick up the phone in under three minutes).
The superintendent summed it up best: Pittston’s network is not just back online — it’s stronger, smarter, and safer than ever before.