Public Sector Cyber Security Northern Ireland 2024

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice

Organisations are increasingly pursuing security vendor consolidation. This class aims to view the contributing factors, how organisations can address these issues, and how they can simplify and transform their approach to security as a whole.

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice

Ransomware attacks continue to evolve as threat actors refine their tactics to infiltrate systems, encrypt files, exfiltrate data, and demand ransom payments. In this masterclass, we will examine the latest ransomware attacks trends gleaned from our global view of the internet.
Understanding the nuances of these attacks is crucial for businesses to bolster their defence strategies. Ransomware poses a significant risk, with perpetrators motivated by financial gain and the disruption of critical assets, particularly impacting public sector organisations.
Attackers often begin by compromising non-critical assets before targeting high-value data, employing sophisticated techniques to evade detection.
Through a solid understanding of ransomware tactics and procedures, organisations can enhance their defence mechanisms and effectively safeguard data and applications.

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice
 
Runecast works with several leading organisations across the UK Public Sector, offering a unique platform that mitigates business risk across security (automated compliance monitoring, vulnerability scanning) and operations (configuration drift analysis, risk assessment); removing barriers between InfoSec and Ops and delivering a comprehensive solution to maintain secure, compliance and highly available workloads.

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice

Organisations are increasingly pursuing security vendor consolidation. This class aims to view the contributing factors, how organisations can address these issues, and how they can simplify and transform their approach to security as a whole.

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice

Ransomware attacks continue to evolve as threat actors refine their tactics to infiltrate systems, encrypt files, exfiltrate data, and demand ransom payments. In this masterclass, we will examine the latest ransomware attacks trends gleaned from our global view of the internet.
Understanding the nuances of these attacks is crucial for businesses to bolster their defence strategies. Ransomware poses a significant risk, with perpetrators motivated by financial gain and the disruption of critical assets, particularly impacting public sector organisations.
Attackers often begin by compromising non-critical assets before targeting high-value data, employing sophisticated techniques to evade detection.
Through a solid understanding of ransomware tactics and procedures, organisations can enhance their defence mechanisms and effectively safeguard data and applications.

*Please note that each masterclass will run twice
 
Runecast works with several leading organisations across the UK Public Sector, offering a unique platform that mitigates business risk across security (automated compliance monitoring, vulnerability scanning) and operations (configuration drift analysis, risk assessment); removing barriers between InfoSec and Ops and delivering a comprehensive solution to maintain secure, compliance and highly available workloads.

In an era of work from anywhere, how do you implement consistent security across all users and devices in all locations while simplifying operations? Conor Byrne will show how this can be achieved with a Fortinet SASE Architecture.

You have accidentally clicked on a rogue link in a legitimate-looking email. Before you know it, your whole organisation is locked out of systems, you can't access any records, and you have a hacker demanding that you pay thousands of pounds or risk compromising all company data. This scenario is more common than you think, but do you know what steps you need to take in the event of a ransomware attack?

With the creation of the Digital Security Hub in Manchester, UK, this northern region is fast becoming a hub for cyber start-ups as well as a collaboration focus between academia and large organisations. Stuart will share with you case studies from DiSH, as well as lessons learned from the initial years of operation.

Sandra will tell us about her journey to becoming the first female Assured Cyber Advisor in Northern Ireland.

Find out about Cyber Essentials, who is eligible, and how an assured advisor can support you to prevent most common types of attacks.

In February 2022, the Minister of State announced £18.9 million investment in Northern Ireland's Cyber Security industry. So, what new technologies have emerged since, how can they benefit public sector organisations, and how can the public and private sector work together to learn from each other and implement innovative solutions?

Unwind with peers and colleagues at our beer tasting, supported by Fortinet.

Hilden Brewery is Ireland’s oldest independent craft brewery.

The tasting will feature three distinct beers:

• Belfast Blonde - a light crisp pale ale which is easy to drink
• The Twisted Hop is a strong hoppy ale which packs more of a punch
• The Irish Stout is a full-bodied classic stout.