DDaT Byte Size: Cybersecurity Special Interest Group

This South East event will be open to colleagues across the country.

Description

Are you a South East colleague with an interest in cybersecurity, crisis management or problem-solving, whether you work in Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) or another area?

The South East Cybersecurity Special Interest Group is pleased to invite colleagues to our annual Christmas Crisis Simulation, hosted by Immersive Labs. This fun and interactive session will put participants at the centre of a festive crisis scenario, working through challenges, decisions and unexpected developments as the situation unfolds.

Programme:

This year’s Christmas theme and scenario will be revealed shortly.

During the session you will:

  • Take part in an interactive crisis: Work through an engaging festive scenario.
  • Tackle realistic challenges: Respond to cybersecurity and crisis management issues as they develop.
  • Make key decisions: Consider how you would respond when faced with difficult choices.
  • Learn while you play: Explore crisis management and cybersecurity in a fun and pressure-free environment.
  • Think beyond technology: Consider the people, communication and decision-making aspects of responding to a crisis.

You do not need to be a cybersecurity or technical expert to take part. We welcome all colleagues who have an interest in cybersecurity, digital, crisis management, resilience or problem-solving.

Date and time: 11th December, 12:00-13:00 

Who should attend?

This session is open to colleagues.

It may be particularly useful for:

  • Digital, Data and Technology (DDaT) colleagues
  • Cybersecurity and information governance colleagues
  • Business continuity and resilience colleagues
  • Managers and leaders
  • Anyone interested in crisis management, cybersecurity or problem-solving

No technical or cybersecurity knowledge is required.

What you will gain

The Christmas Crisis Simulation provides an opportunity to:

  • Experience an interactive crisis scenario in a safe environment.
  • Develop your approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
  • Explore the challenges of responding to a cybersecurity incident.
  • Consider the importance of communication and collaboration during a crisis.
  • Learn from colleagues with different roles and perspectives.
  • Build connections with colleagues from across the South East.