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Preparing Students to be the Next Generation of Cyber Professionals

5 minute read

Aug 2024

As the digital landscape evolves, the UK faces an urgent need to cultivate a new generation of cyber professionals. The public sector has a crucial role to play in this endeavour, particularly by engaging school students early on and preparing them for careers in cybersecurity and related STEM fields. This strategy is essential not just for filling the existing skills gap, but also for ensuring the nation's security and technological leadership in the coming decades.

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The NCA’s Central Role in Fighting Cybercrime & Ransomware

7 minute read

Aug 2024

Cybercrime has emerged as a Tier One national security threat, with ransomware identified as one of the most significant and pervasive dangers facing nations and organisations alike. The UK has seen a substantial rise in ransomware incidents, with recorded attacks increasing by 55% in 2023, and continuing into 2024. The majority of these attacks have targeted critical sectors, including healthcare and manufacturing, which have become prime targets due to their reliance on essential services.

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EU AI Act Article 10: New Implications for HR Managers

5 minute read

Aug 2024

The HR recruitment market has been revolutionised by AI technologies, enhancing efficiency and candidate-job matching. However, issues such as algorithmic bias and transparency have raised concerns, leading to regulatory interventions like the EU AI Act. According to a report by PwC, 38% of organisations are already using AI in their HR functions, with an additional 62% expected to follow suit in the next few years

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Rising Cybersecurity Threat to Schools: Advice from the NCSC

4 minute read

Jul 2024

71% of secondary schools reported experiencing a cyber security breach or attack in the past year. We welcomed a speaker from the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) who shared strategies to prevent this kind of attack.

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CrowdStrike: 6 Crisis Management Lessons for the Public Sector

5 minute read

Jul 2024

The CrowdStrike outage in July 2024 involved a significant disruption in their cybersecurity services, impacting various sectors reliant on their technology, including finance, healthcare, and government. This included 8.5 million Windows devices. This incident highlighted the critical need for thorough testing, robust crisis management, and effective communication to maintain trust and continuity in essential services. This article identifies key areas for public sector authorities to protect in their systems.

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Supporting Digital Inclusion: A Local Government Mandate

6 minute read

Jul 2024

The UK ranks fourth in Europe and 17th in the World for its online population. Championing digital inclusion is an essential strategy for fostering economic growth, enhancing public services, and improving the overall quality of life for their residents. This article explains how local authorities can support the digital inclusion transition in communities.

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Creating a Robust Risk Management Strategy for Cybersecurity Threats

4 minute read

Jul 2024

In today's digital world, cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, with phishing accounting for 89% of cyber attacks on companies in 2023. This guide outlines a comprehensive approach to developing a cybersecurity risk management strategy.

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Blended Learning: A Modern Approach to Education

4 minute read

Jul 2024

Blended learning, the integration of traditional face-to-face instruction with online educational materials has become a transformative approach to education, especially since Covid-19. However, this comes with some challenges.

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Cyber-Dependent Domestic Abuse: Key Measures & Advice

4 minute read

Jul 2024

The rise in cyber-dependent domestic abuse has been notable, with increased reports of online harassment, stalking, and unauthorised access to personal accounts. Kirsty Jackson discussed the rising threat and outlined essential measures to safeguard individuals.

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Supporting Women in Cybersecurity

6 minute read

Jul 2024

The cybersecurity industry is at the forefront of technological advancement, constantly evolving to counter increasingly sophisticated threats. However, a significant challenge facing the industry is the gender disparity within its workforce.

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Cybersecurity: A Team Endeavour for National Resilience by the NCSC

3 minute read

Jun 2024

The Deputy Director for Government Cyber Resilience at the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) outlined the importance of collaboration in building cyber resilience across the UK. This took place at our Public Sector Cyber Security and Data Protection Conference.

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Online Safety in Education: Safeguarding in the Digital Age

6 minute read

Jun 2024

As technology becomes an integral part of education, ensuring online safety for students is increasingly important. The digital age offers vast educational opportunities, but it also poses significant risks, including cyberbullying, data breaches, and exposure to inappropriate content.

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