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World-leading cybersecurity expert Dan Lohrmann reveals key recommendations against continuously increasing threat of cyberattack at 3rd Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference
TRA reveals it is tackling cybersecurity by addressing legislation that takes into consideration security, privacy, and the rights of individuals and companies
Dubai - World-leading cybersecurity expert Dan Lohrmann urged that partnerships are strengthened between private organisations and law enforcement agencies in the fight against cyberthreats as well as implement a range of cybersecurity solutions that tackle different experiences of various business sectors.
Citing industry reports indicating that the number of incidents of cyber breaches and attacks doubled from 2013 to 2014, Lohrmann strongly recommended that any cybersecurity strategy must offer solutions that will enable companies and communities to move forward with their set goals and objectives.
The ex-Chief Security Officer for the State of Michigan in the U.S.A. and Chief Strategist & CSO of Security Mentor, a company that provides online, Flash-based security awareness training, made the recommendation during his keynote presentation at the conference segment of the 3rd Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC) organised by Dubai World Trade Centre.
This recommendation was supported by H.E. Majed Sultan Al Mesmar, Deputy Director General, Telecom Sector of the U.A.E.'s Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) as he cited the country's aim to make full use of any and all available advancements in technology that will facilitate the further development of smart cities.
"The TRA is tackling the issue of cybersecurity in a strategic manner, including legislation that takes into consideration security, privacy, and the rights of individuals and companies," Al Mesmar said. "We acknowledge that with all the technological innovation that is happening around us, security is the most important aspect."
According to Lohrmann "if you try to isolate yourself and sort the issue of cybersecurity on your own, you will fail," Lohrmann said. "Partnership, especially with government law enforcement agencies, is a huge area in the fight against cyberattacks. This is particularly important in any cyberdisruption response strategy where a coordinated response in the event of a catastrophic cyber incident involves key critical infrastructure.
"At the same time, there is no one solution against cyberattacks that fits all," he added. "A risk assessment and understanding of an organisation's baseline must be conducted in order to find a solution that applies to specific experiences."
Lohrmann also revealed four strategic response goals that should be part of a cyber disruption strategy. These include an improved situational awareness among critical infrastructure owners, creation of specific operational plans for the response to and recovery from cyber disruption events, training of key staff and exercising communication and response plans, and the conduct of thorough risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities.
Other speakers at GISEC include Steve Williamson, Director IT Risk Management, GlaxoSmithKline; Les Anderson, Vice President Cyber, BT; Niraj Mathur, Manager Security Practice, GBM; Manal Masoud, Principal Consultant, Paramount Computer System; Amit Bhatia, Head of Information Security Governance, Oman Insurance Company; Jonas Zelba, Senior Research Analyst ICT MENA, Frost & Sullivan; Hadi Jaafarawi, CISSP, CISA, Managing Director Middle East, Qualys, Inc,; and Nader Baghdadi, Regional Enterprise Director South Gulf & Pakistan, Fortinet; Ahmad Baig, Senior Director, Corporate Strategy, Risk & Excellence, Smartworld; and Nick Pollard, Senior Director Professional Services, EMEA & APAC, Guidance Software Inc.
Key sponsors of GISEC include BT Global as the Lead Sponsor; GBM as Diamond Sponsor; Cisco and Spire Solutions as Platinum Sponsors; and Etisalat, Paladion Networks, Palo Alto Networks as Gold Sponsors; and Fortinet, Guidance Software, Paramount and Qualys as Silver Sponsors. Key exhibitors also include Airwatch, Airbus Defence & Space, Neustar, Bit 9, Cyberroam, Splunk, Lancope and Mindware.
Powered by GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK, the region's leading technology event, GISEC and GEMEC are strictly trade-only events and are open to business and trade visitors from within the industry only. GISEC and GEMEC are open 10am-6pm from 26-28 April 2015 at Sheikh Rashid Hall at Dubai World Trade Centre. Visitor attendance is free of charge. For more information, please visit www.gisec.ae.
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About Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC)
Website www.gisec.ae
Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC) is the Middle East's most anticipated IT security knowledge platform for 2015. The event features a three-day exhibition from 26-28 April and a two-day conference from 26-27 April at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and powered by GITEX TECHNOLOGY WEEK, the region's largest annual ICT event, GISEC attracts top industry professionals including CIOs, CTOs, CSOs and senior management from key industries including finance, energy, telecoms, government sectors and IT. GISEC connects visionaries, thought-leaders, practitioners and innovators who are transforming the information security landscape. A premier line-up of speakers and experts are planned to drive the conversation in new and strategic direction.
DWTC's inaugural Gulf Enterprise Mobility Exhibition and Conference (GEMEC) will be co-located with Gulf Information Security Expo and Conference (GISEC) this year. The event provides region's enterprise and government decision makers and senior executives, from across a range of industries, to identify, evaluate and source technology and mobility solutions to meet their current and future mobile requirements. GEMEC will be held on 26 -28 April 2015.
About Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC)
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As the organiser of Gitex Technology Week, Gulfood, Dubai International Motor Show and many others, Dubai World Trade Centre offers more than 33 years' experience delivering world-class events in the Middle East, providing local, regional and international exhibitors with unmatched expertise and in-depth market knowledge. Our team organises 18 of the largest and most successful international and regional shows in Middle East, providing an ideal platform for business development in the region.
Our commitment to on-going innovation within the exhibition industry has supported the rapid growth and development of a wide range of business-to-business and business-to-consumer shows, and delivered consistent satisfaction to exhibitors and visitors. DWTC works with the leading trade bodies and industry associations to ensure that all exhibitions deliver full value and are built upon the real needs of their specific sector.
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