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More than 150 delegates took part in this three day online event on the cyber threat and how public services can keep one step ahead of anticipate the next direction of attack. Public sector leaders shared examples of what can be achieved and took part in lively discussions and Q&A sessions with delegate participation.

Session One - Wednesday, 18 September 2024

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The cyber threat, AI and the Cyber Assessment Framework - National Cyber Security Centre Representative
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02:30: Cyber Resilience in Health - Paul Barnes, Head of Operations & Engagement - Cybersecurity, NHS England
Paul shares some details about the challenging context for cyber security and resilience across the health and care sector in England, talking about some of the thematic lessons identified over the last 6 – 12 months and outlining some changes that are being implemented to align with approaches across other sectors. Download slides

15:10: Cyber Security During a Funding Crisis - Geoff Connell, Director of Digital Services and chair of the national Cyber Technical Advisory Group (CTAG)
Hear about the current cyber threats and opportunities in the context of Section 114 notices. Where will the budget challenges increase risks and what can be done to reduce them at little or no cost? Download slides

24:07: Strengthening Cyber Resilience in Local Government - Jamie Cross, Sector-Led Consultancy Programme Manager, Local Government Association 
This presentation explores the Local Government Association's Cyber, Digital and Technology Programme, highlighting initiatives which enhance cyber security, support digital transformation, and foster innovation within councils, delving into the programme's approach to improving, supporting and promoting resilient digital infrastructure and technology. Download slides

40:34: Q&A and panel discussion - all speakers

Session Two - Thursday, 19 September 2024

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01:40: Cyber Regulation, Resilience and Risk - Heather Toomey, Principal Cyber Specialist, Information Commissioner's Office
With an ever more complex cyber regulatory landscape, what should you be doing to ensure resilience from cyber threats and how do you make sure you balance risk with opportunity? The UK’s cyber regulator covers the essentials and why compliance is more than a checklist. Download slides

16:31: The Cyber Assessment Framework for Local Government - Katie Owen, Cyber Assessment Framework Service Owner, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
An overview of the work MHCLG have been doing to develop the CAF for Local Government and how they plan to support councils to continually assess, manage and improve their cyber resilience. Download slides

26:42: The Human Factor in Cyber Resilience: Leveraging International Best Practice - David Mudd, Global Head for Digital Trust Assurance, BSI
With the vast majority of cyber incidents involving a human to trigger them, moving from “people are the weakest link” to “people are the best defence” is a key factor in building a resilient organization. This presentation explores how, with many frameworks and guidelines available for cybersecurity, international best practice help build a positive cybersecurity culture, and, in turn digital trust across all stakeholders, whilst still embracing local and sector-focused requirements and guidance. Download slides

43:07: Q&A and panel discussion - all speakers

Session Three - Friday, 20 September 2024

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01:59: How DWP is utilising a two-pronged offensive against cyber attacks - John Keegan, Head of Digital Security, DWP Digital
With the increasing sophistication of cyber threats, it has become ever more essential that DWP’s security controls are functioning to the highest possible standard. This presentation explains how DWP is harnessing this risk-driven approach, in tandem with a robust engineering foundation and DWP’s commitment to Secure by Design principles. Download slides

15:11: One organisation approach to cyber security - Jenny Nelson, Head of ICT & Digital Transformation and Tom Bone, ICT Information Security Manager, Newcastle City Council
An overview of the work underway at Newcastle. Download slides

31:42: National Cybercrime Programme - Martin Peters, Detective Superintendent , City of London Police and Deputy Lead for the National Cybercrime Programme, National Police Chiefs' Council 
An overview about the programme - the challenges, benefits and achievements. Download slides

48:12: Q&A and panel discussion - all speakers

 

 

 

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