Issue 7: April's Breakfast Club; Tech & Tipples in May; and more!

Breakfast Club

We're back at CSIT for April's Breakfast Club!

Delighted to welcome along Gerry McQuaid, the Director for Telecoms and Internet Security at Ofcom .

We'll also hear from Serverless Days Belfast and BSides Belfast .

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ni-cyber-the-breakfast-club-tickets-510893384867

Tech & Tipples

We are delighted to invite you to an insightful panel session delving into the intricate intersection of psychology and cybersecurity. In today's increasingly digitalised world, understanding the human aspect of cybersecurity is paramount. Join us as we unravel the psychological dynamics that influence behaviours, decisions, and vulnerabilities in cyberspace. Kindly hosted by Pinsent Masons .

The panel will discuss topics such as

1. The Human Element of Cyber Threats: What motivates individuals to engage in cybercrime? How do factors like anonymity and perceived consequences influence behaviour in cyberspace?
2. Cognitive Biases and Decision Making: How do cognitive biases impact our ability to assess risks and make decisions in the realm of cybersecurity? What role does human psychology play in susceptibility to phishing attacks and social engineering tactics?
3. Cybersecurity Culture and Awareness: How can organizations foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness? What psychological strategies can be employed to encourage proactive cybersecurity behaviours among employees and stakeholders?
4. The Psychological Impact of Cyber Incidents: What are the psychological ramifications for individuals and organizations following cyber-attacks or data breaches? How can psychological principles be leveraged in incident response and recovery efforts?
5. Ethical Considerations: What ethical dilemmas arise in the intersection of psychology and cybersecurity? How do we navigate issues such as privacy, consent, and manipulation in cybersecurity practices?

Audience Engagement:

We invite you to actively participate in this engaging dialogue by sharing your perspectives, asking questions, and contributing to the collective understanding of the psychology of cybersecurity. Your insights are invaluable in shaping the discourse around this critical subject.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain deeper insights into the intricate interplay of human behaviour and cybersecurity. Reserve your spot now and join us for an enlightening panel session that promises to uncover the psychology behind the digital defences of tomorrow.

Thanks to our guest panellists (more to be announced):

Dr Louise O Hagan and Tanya Vacarda !

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tech-tipples-spring-edition-tickets-828396846267

Cyber Advisor Assessment sessions

Are you interested in becoming a #CyberAdvisor? In April and June, The Cyber Scheme are running several Cyber Advisor Assessment sessions, hosted in Belfast and Cheltenham. Find out more and book your exam by visiting ??https://thecyberscheme.org/cyber-advisor-exam/

BSidesbelfast Call for Proposals is now open!

CFP will be open until the 1st of June 2024, and then our independent review panel will evaluate all the submissions for presentation at our September conference! Submit early and submit often, and keep an eye out for our upcoming speaker workshop series in collaboration with the rest of the Northern Ireland tech community! https://bsidesbelfast.org/speak/

Want to know more about INVENT?

Join INVENT Programme Manager, Meg Magill, online on Monday 15th April, to discover more about INVENT 2024. We'll delve into the application process, what to expect and insights from INVENT alumni. Whether you're thinking of applying for INVENT or just curious, this session is for you.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/invent-information-session-tickets-867625038847

Cyber Trade Mission to Australia - 19-28 November

Deadline for EOIs is by 3 May 2024

Assisted by the UK/Australia Free Trade Agreement and the AUKUS programme, the British High Commission Canberra, UKDSE and ADS will be organising a trade mission to Australia. This mission will be centred on cyber and digital capabilities relating to cyber security, digital twinning, IoT security and the implications of AI and Quantum technologies on the above.?

Podcast: Vertical Structure and A&L Goodbody discuss the EU Cyber Resilience Act

A new piece of EU legislation (The EU Cyber Resilience Act) could have a global impact on hardware and software creators. As the legislation makes its way through the European Union legislative process, our goal is to interpret the legal text, translating into simple terms and what it means for businesses operating within its jurisdiction. In this episode, you'll hear from Simon Whittaker (CEO) from Vertical Structure , Anna Cartwright (Senior Associate, Corporate and M&A), and Keith Dunn (Senior Associate, Commercial & Technology) from A&L Goodbody LLP . Together, Simon, Anna and Keith analyse and discuss the status of the act and what it might mean for creators of hardware and software who operate within the EU. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ll_7MXxaJ9U