Evaluation of Academic Data Protection Compliance Through A Cybersecurity Approach In An Educational Monitoring System At A Military Training School In Ec-Uador

The growing digitalization of educational processes has increased the expo-sure of academic institutions to cybersecurity threats and risks related to per-sonal data protection. Educational platforms used in military training envi-ronments store sensitive academic and personal information, making them potential targets for cyberattacks. This research evaluates the level of com-pliance with academic data protection regulations using a cybersecurity ap-proach in the educational monitoring and evaluation system implemented at a naval training institution in Ecuador. The study employed a quantitative, descriptive–correlational research design. Data were collected through a structured survey applied to officers, instructors, and cadets who use the in-stitutional learning platform. The reliability of the instrument was evaluated through Cronbach’s Alpha, and statistical analyses included correlation analysis and logistic regression to determine factors associated with per-ceived data protection compliance. Results indicate significant relationships between cybersecurity awareness, institutional security policies, and per-ceived protection of academic data. The findings highlight the need for structured cybersecurity protocols and regulatory compliance frameworks aligned with national legislation on personal data protection. The study pro-poses a cybersecurity guideline aimed at strengthening the protection of aca-demic information systems within military education institutions