Like most organisations, universities and colleges have been grappling with the issue of risk management and the need for increased awareness in cyber security for a while now. However, they face a unique challenge in that they are probably the only type of organisation that lets its ‘customers’ on its own network, with their own kit.
Over recent months there’s been a marked increase in ransomware attacks against education establishments, and several cyberattacks on higher education institutions have been the work of well-funded and persistent attackers. The sophisticated nature of attacks – particularly those after COVID research – means that universities and colleges must protect themselves with high levels of cyber hygiene and protection. Indeed, multi-factor authentication is now absolutely critical, and it’s imperative that universities segment their networks; thoroughly review the use of remote desktop services; and make sure things are backed up securely in a non-accessible place.
This webinar will bring together key stakeholders from the two sectors to share knowledge and best practice on the security challenges faced; and to look at how industry can help to ensure the UK education sector is resilient against cyber threats by helping establishments to improve their cyber security and their response to cyber incidents.
Key areas to explore will include:
- The impact of ransomware on universities and colleges.
- The impact of Covid, including changes to teaching, learning and research methods; and the implications for cyber security.
- Determining and mitigating cyber risk.
- Keeping up with digital changes to the business, for example, moving to the cloud.
- Equipping all stakeholders with cyber security knowledge.
- The intersection between student privacy and cyber security.
- Proper record and information life cycle management as an enabler of cyber security.
Confirmed speakers for this event include:
Helen Patton, Advisory CISO at Cisco (& former CISO at Ohio State University)
Dan Wake, Policy Manager at Universities UK
Alex Pearce, Chief Technologist - Education at Softcat
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Jill Broom
Jill Broom
Jill leads the techUK Cyber Security programme, having originally joined techUK in October 2020 as a Programme Manager for the Cyber and Central Government programmes. She is responsible for managing techUK's work across the cyber security ecosystem, bringing industry together with key stakeholders across the public and private sectors. Jill also provides the industry secretariat for the Cyber Growth Partnership, the industry and government conduit for supporting the growth of the sector. A key focus of her work is to strengthen the public–private partnership across cyber to support further development of UK cyber security and resilience policy.
Before joining techUK, Jill worked as a Senior Caseworker for an MP, advocating for local communities, businesses and individuals, so she is particularly committed to techUK’s vision of harnessing the power of technology to improve people’s lives. Jill is also an experienced editorial professional and has delivered copyediting and writing services for public-body and SME clients as well as publishers.
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- www.techuk.org/
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- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-broom-19aa824
Annie Collings
Annie Collings
Annie is the Programme Manager for Cyber Resilience at techUK. She first joined as the Programme Manager for Cyber Security and Central Government in September 2023.
In her role, Annie supports the Cyber Security SME Forum, engaging regularly with key government and industry stakeholders to advance the growth and development of SMEs in the cyber sector. Annie also coordinates events, engages with policy makers and represents techUK at a number of cyber security events.
Before joining techUK, Annie was an Account Manager at a specialist healthcare agency, where she provided public affairs support to a wide range of medical technology clients. She also gained experience as an intern in both an MP’s constituency office and with the Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed. Annie holds a degree in International Relations from Nottingham Trent University.
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- anniecollings24
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- https://www.linkedin.com/in/annie-collings-270150158/
Tracy Modha
Tracy Modha
Tracy supports the marketing of several areas at techUK, including Cyber Exchange, Central Government, Cyber Resilience, Defence, Education, Health and Social Care, Justice and Emergency Services, Local Public Services, Nations and Regions and National Security.
Tracy joined techUK in March 2022, having worked in the education sector for 19 years, covering administration, research project support, IT support and event/training support. My most outstanding achievement has been running three very successful international conferences and over 300 training courses booked all over the globe!
Tracy has a great interest in tech. Gaming and computing have been a big part of her life, and now electric cars are an exciting look at the future. She has warmed to Alexa, even though it can sometimes be sassy!
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- 02073312000
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- www.techuk.org
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- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracymodha83
