Confidential Data Handling and Cybersecurity Compliance

The contract requires the implementation of robust data security protocols to safeguard personally identifiable information (PII) associated with students, ensuring full compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and applicable North Carolina state laws governing the protection of student records. The work focuses on securing sensitive educational data against unauthorized access, breaches, and misuse, with an emphasis on technical safeguards, employee training, and ongoing monitoring practices that meet federal and state regulatory standards. All activities must align with the defined legal and operational framework for handling student information within the public education system. This subcontract is issued by Union County Public Schools in North Carolina and is categorized under NAICS code 541511, indicating it pertains to custom computer programming services related to cybersecurity and data protection. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026, and the performance location is within North Carolina, though specific city and zip details are not provided. The contractor is expected to deliver a secure, compliant environment for student data, with accountability for policy adherence, incident response readiness, and audit trail maintenance to support regulatory compliance and data integrity.