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This stage champions diversity and inclusion with dynamic keynotes, engaging panels, and hands-on workshops to sharpen your skills. Connect with peers, discover career-boosting strategies, and dive into initiatives that drive diversity in cybersecurity. From novices to pros, you'll find crucial resources to broaden your expertise and foster a more inclusive cybersecurity field.
Join us for an exciting exploration of how confidence and risk-taking can propel your career forward. Our panel of experts will share their personal stories, strategies, and insights, offering you valuable lessons on managing risks to unlock new opportunities. Don't miss this chance to learn how embracing bold moves can lead to professional success!
Sebastian Madden, Capacity Building and MEA lead at CREST will discuss how in today's increasingly interconnected digital world, governments are collaborating through initiatives to develop cyber security skills and service providers to Combat Cyber Crime and protect Critical National Infrastructure.
In terms of national cyber security, a country is only as strong as its weakest link and in the age of interconnected global markets and an increasingly sophisticated threat landscape, the weakest link can come from anywhere in the world. It is important that when looking at initiatives to grow cyber skills, governments, academia and industry also consider how they can support those nations with less advanced cyber skills capability.
Embarking on a new career path can be daunting, especially when transitioning into a dynamic and complex field like cybersecurity later in life. This panel discussion aims to debunk the myth that it's too late to start a career in cybersecurity, highlighting the diverse stories and backgrounds of professionals who have successfully made this pivot.
Join us as our panellists, who come from various educational and professional backgrounds, share their journeys into cybersecurity. They will discuss the challenges they faced, the skills and knowledge they acquired, and the passion that drove them to succeed. Whether you are contemplating a career change or are already on your way, this discussion will provide valuable insights and inspiration.
This session will address the significant gender diversity gap within the cyber security sector, where women make up only 17% of the workforce, and just 3% hold senior positions. In addition, only 22% of the cyber workforce are from ethnic minority backgrounds. The discussion will focus on how this imbalance stems, whether from societal norms and early education influences, and the factors contributing to this grassroots challenge. The session will explore actionable steps, including policy recommendations, societal initiatives, and the role of academia, to address this issue and promote a more inclusive and diverse cyber security workforce.
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