Cybersecurity: Managing The Risks of Digitalisation

In Partnership with

The School of Higher Education Limited

Facilitator: Christian Junior, Financial Times Top 100 BAME Leaders in UK Tech

In an era defined by rapid digital evolution, Businesses are at the forefront of embracing transformative technologies. As a key stakeholder in this dynamic landscape, your leadership isn’t just about navigating today’s challenges—it’s about anticipating the digital waves of tomorrow.

When

27th November, 2023

Where

Online Virtual Access

About the Programme

The need to educate your workforce on
Digital Risk Management & Cybersecurity Essentials

About the Programme

The need to educate your workforce on Digital Risk Management & Cybersecurity Essentials

INTRODUCTION

In today’s interconnected world, the internet has revolutionized communication and commerce.

However, the pervasive presence of digital platforms has also given rise to various challenges, as malicious actors exploit online spaces. With over 5 billion people now connected online daily, businesses heavily rely on technology, making data security and risk management paramount.

As technology becomes increasingly embedded in our daily lives, from basic business operations to customer interactions, it’s crucial to understand and address the risks associated with digital platforms.

This programme aims to provide senior executives, C-Suite members, and decision-makers with insights into digital risks and effective strategies for managing them.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
We have only 10 slots available on this programme tailored for a wide range of professionals, from any industry:
  • C-Suite Executives, Board of Directors, Senior Managers
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
  • Individuals interested in risk management strategies
INTRODUCTION

In today’s interconnected world, the internet has revolutionized communication and commerce.

However, the pervasive presence of digital platforms has also given rise to various challenges, as malicious actors exploit online spaces. With over 5 billion people now connected online daily, businesses heavily rely on technology, making data security and risk management paramount.

As technology becomes increasingly embedded in our daily lives, from basic business operations to customer interactions, it’s crucial to understand and address the risks associated with digital platforms.

This programme aims to provide senior executives, C-Suite members, and decision-makers with insights into digital risks and effective strategies for managing them.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is tailored for a wide range of professionals, including:
  • C-Suite Executives, Board of Directors, Senior Managers
  • Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
  • Individuals interested in risk management strategies
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

This executive masterclass equips participants with comprehensive understanding of the risks inherent in digital platforms. It empowers attendees to make informed decisions and implement strategies to safeguard their organisations, data, and assets from cyber threats.

Attendees will receive invaluable insights from industry-leading professionals through lectures, workshops, hands-on sessions, and real-world case studies. By the end of the course, participants will have gained essential knowledge in four key areas:

  • Understanding Emerging Cybersecurity Threats
  • Exploration of digital threats affecting businesses
  • Implications of cyberattacks on organizations, employees, and customers
  • Why staying informed about cybersecurity matters
  • Understanding the ripple effects on reputation, operations, and customer trust
  • Creating a Robust Risk Management Regime
  • Policy Documentation and Risk Assessment
PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

This executive masterclass equips participants with comprehensive understanding of the risks inherent in digital platforms. It empowers attendees to make informed decisions and implement strategies to safeguard their organisations, data, and assets from cyber threats.

Attendees will receive invaluable insights from industry-leading professionals through lectures, workshops, hands-on sessions, and real-world case studies. By the end of the course, participants will have gained essential knowledge in four key areas:

  • Understanding Emerging Cybersecurity Threats
  • Exploration of digital threats affecting businesses
  • Implications of cyberattacks on organizations, employees, and customers
  • Why staying informed about cybersecurity matters
  • Understanding the ripple effects on reputation, operations, and customer trust
  • Creating a Robust Risk Management Regime
  • Policy Documentation and Risk Assessment

Programme Outline

The Risks of Digitisation: Understanding & Mitigating Cyber Threats

  • Identity the latest threats to digital platforms and your organisation as a whole.
  • Identify and distinguish threat actors and their motivations.
  • Digital Automation best practices: Onboarding, KYC, Account management

Risk Management Regime: Framework, policies & procedures

  • Fundamentals of Risk
  • Qualitative and quantitative risk assessment methods
  • Understanding risk management frameworks
  • Choosing & implementing risk management frameworks

The Focus on Human Capital Development

  • Business Email Compromise
  • Implementing an Organisation-wide Training Policy

A Framework for Regulatory Compliance

  • Creating compliance-ready policy documents & procedures

The CISO (Chief Information Security Officer)

  • The need and role of the CISO

Artificial Intelligence, Privacy & Ethics

  • Privacy, ethical and cybersecurity issues affecting AI.
  • Facial Recognition; purposes and impact of global networked surveillance technologies

Reviews from Participants

Having traversed the intricate maze of digital risk, numerous business leaders have emerged empowered and enlightened from our Digital Risk Management Programme. Their transformative experiences and overwhelmingly positive feedback are a testament to the program’s unmatched value.

Cybersecurity Case Studies

TSTT:

TSTT, a telecommunications company, faced a cyber attack on October 9, 2023, when cyber attackers attempted to gain unauthorized access to its systems. The company took immediate steps to minimize the security vulnerability, successfully isolating its systems and applications. These applications were subsequently quarantined, rebuilt, and put back into production as part of clearly defined policies and procedures. The company also enlisted the support of internationally recognized cybersecurity experts and partners in investigating the attempted breach and advising on the implementation of appropriate additional security measures and protocols. Some of these recommendations have already been implemented.

Cyber Attacks in 2022:

The Caribbean region, including Trinidad and Tobago, experienced 144 million cyberattack attempts in the first half of 2022. Ransomware was the most common type of breach2. The TT Cybersecurity Incident Response Team (TT-CSIRT) of the Ministry of National Security reported a significant increase in attacks, especially ransomware.

Capital One Data Breach:

In 2019, Capital One, one of the largest financial institutions in the US, suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 100 million customers. The breach was caused by a misconfigured firewall that allowed a hacker to access the company’s cloud storage and steal sensitive data

McLaren Health Care:

a US-based healthcare giant, suffered a ransomware attack that resulted in the theft of sensitive personal and health information of 2.2 million patients. The stolen data included personally identifiable information, medical and health insurance details, and other sensitive data

WannaCry Ransomware Attack:

In 2017, the WannaCry ransomware attack affected over 200,000 computers in 150 countries. The attack exploited a vulnerability in Microsoft Windows and encrypted users’ files, demanding a ransom payment in Bitcoin to restore access

Equifax Data Breach:

In 2017, Equifax, one of the largest credit reporting agencies in the US, suffered a data breach that exposed the personal information of over 147 million customers. The breach was caused by a vulnerability in the company’s web application framework that allowed hackers to access sensitive data

Return on Investment

Here’s why our exclusive program with Christian Junior, the international cybersecurity strategist, is imperative for every modern CEO, C-Suite or Senior Management:

Improved Reputation

Good cybersecurity strategies can promote customer trust, enhance the reputation of a business and open up new commercial opportunities.

Improved Competitive Advantage

Gain competitive advantage by planning ahead for all possible scenarios to ensure your business can withstand or recover from any cyber attack. Good security can be an enabler for a thriving business: you will be protecting your assets, your reputation, your customers, and your peace of mind.

Reduced costs

The world lost $945bn to Cybercrime in 2020. Businesses can save money by adopting an efficient risk management “preventive” approach – plan, implement and review rather than a more expensive “reactive” approach in the aftermath of an attack.

Tailored to the Global Unique Landscape

While global insights are essential, understanding how they map onto our unique context is crucial. Our programme delves into both global and local cyber threats, ensuring you’re equipped to protect your enterprise on all fronts.

Comprehensive Approach

From identifying digital assets to understanding the ROI of risk management, our agenda ensures that you’re not just aware, but prepared and proactive in all areas of digital risk management.

Engage with an International Expert

Christian Junior brings a wealth of global knowledge and experience. Benefit from his insights tailored to the global context, ensuring your strategies are both globally informed and locally relevant.

Networking with Peers

Share experiences, concerns, and solutions with fellow CEOs and top-tier leaders. This event is a rare confluence of business leadership, offering invaluable networking opportunities.

Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC)

Seamlessly weave risk management into your governance fabric. The stakes have never been higher. Ensure that you, as a modern CEO, are not just part of the conversation but leading it.

Interactive Q&A

Address your unique concerns, gain clarity on pressing issues, and receive direct guidance from one of the world’s leading experts.

Programme Details

Dates & Times:

4th December – 20th December, 2023

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST

Mondays & Wednesdays

Programme Fees:

$355 (Early Bird)

Standard: $455 per person

(Early Bird offer ends 20th November 2023)

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About The Host

Mr. Christian Junior

Mr. Christian Junior is a tech luminary dedicated to the growth of businesses and individuals through technology. As the CEO of Rhics Ltd, a global Digital Agency headquartered in London, he has carved a niche in the digital landscape.

With over 15 years of experience in the tech industry, Christian profoundly understands Information & Communication Technology. He has a remarkable track record, having spearheaded over 300 successful projects across various domains, including digital strategy, risk management, marketing, branding, FinTech, UX design, and software engineering.

Christian has collaborated with industry giants, including renowned names like Virgin Atlantic and British Airways, on transformative I.T. projects. His prowess extends to digital marketing and financial technology, with double certifications from Oxford University. He’s the mastermind behind CadaWada, a groundbreaking FinTech platform bridging emerging markets with the global financial network.

His dedication to the tech world hasn’t gone unnoticed, as he’s earned a place on the Financial Times’ list of the U.K.’s top 100 influential Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) tech leaders.

Christian is laser-focused on initiatives to bring essential financial services to underserved markets, embodying the essence of using technology for the greater good. Beyond his professional pursuits, he’s a globetrotter, a football enthusiast, a voracious reader, a piano virtuoso, a socialite, and a digital maven who stays connected online.

At the upcoming Disruptive Leadership Conference, Mr. Christian Junior will delve into “Digital Leadership – Strategy, Security, and Engagement,” sharing his unparalleled insights on how technology can be better harnessed.