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Cybersecurity is a top global concern, with 61 per cent of firms across the US and Europe reporting a cyber incident in the past year*. While this is worrying, there are many steps you can take to protect your devices, data and networks.
In this one-day masterclass, you’ll put yourself in the shoes of a hacker and discover the phases of a successful cyber attack. You’ll learn to counter attacks through learning the fundamentals of cybersecurity management and different ways to shield your business.
*The Hiscock Cyber Readiness Report 2019
This interactive masterclass includes demonstrations of real cyber attacks including credential stealing (phishing) and wi-fi eavesdropping. Each demonstration is followed by a debrief to discuss lessons learned and defences that can be used to counter the attack.
Content includes:
Fundamentals of cybersecurity management
Confidentiality, integrity and availability
Best practices on measuring and assessing security
Cyber attacks – social media and phishing
Secure communications.
The masterclass is suitable for general management staff across a range of organisations that are interested in learning the fundamentals of cybersecurity management and protecting information. Background knowledge is not required.
Time
Title
9:00am – 10:30am
Fundamentals of security
10:30am – 11:00am
Morning tea
11:00am – 12:30pm
Measuring and assessing security
12:30pm – 1:15pm
Lunch
1:15pm – 2:30pm
Cyber attacks – social media and phishing
2:30pm – 3:00pm
Afternoon tea
3:00pm – 4:30pm
Secure communications and wrap up.
About the facilitators
Dr Nik Thompson
Dr Nik Thompson believes people are the most critical element in the success and security of technology. He has successfully led research projects on smartphone and home computer security, privacy and surveillance, and online disclosure in social media. Dr Thompson is a member of the Australian Information Security Association, a Senior Certified Professional of the Australian Computer Society and a Senior Lecturer in Information Systems at Curtin University.
