THE GTA University Centre is responding to an increase in cases of cybercrime by partnering with online security experts for a series of courses. Heimdallr Solutions Ltd, which is a safety and security automation technology company, will partner with the GTA to deliver three courses addressing what has become a key training issue.
‘We have seen reports in the local media about what Guernsey Police called highly sophisticated cyber criminals targeting local companies. Thankfully they were unsuccessful but the recent case of Talk Talk shows how important it is for companies to ensure they have a good level of cyber security. Cybercrime can bring down vital business and the damage can be done before it is even detected,’ said programme manager Julie Loveridge.
‘We recognised that there was a growing need for specialist training and so by partnering with the team at Heimdallr who are specialists in their field, we are able to meet that demand and help companies recognise any weaknesses and take proactive steps to ensure they don’t become victims.’
The courses will be led Heimdallr directors Jim Posonby and Will Hughes who will use real life examples from their 50 years combined experience working with government departments, law enforcement, military and intelligence agencies in over 60 countries worldwide. ‘That real life experience will ensure that the course content comes from scenarios that the delegates will be able to relate to rather than ones made up in handbooks and training manuals. Jim and Will have unique knowledge, experience and insights which we know will be extremely interesting to listen to,’ said Mrs Loveridge.
The first course on 2nd November is on understanding bribery and corruption in the real world will give delegates a realistic understanding of the high risks of bribery and corruption and provide them with some of the skills needed to identify and manage it.
At the end of November, there will be a two day course on cybercrime, security and forensics in the workplace which will provide a clear understanding on each element and how they relate to one another. It will highlight the risks and give an insight into how to recognise the signs within their own organisations.
The final course is a two day programme on Open Source Intelligence Training (OSINT), which will focus on understanding enhanced due diligence and anti-money laundering requirements and cover the use of digital tools and foundation knowledge needed to practice this much needed procedure in any business.
‘As a leading international finance centre, Guernsey is working with clients, intermediaries and advisers from across the globe. Technology is constantly evolving and is making the world a much smaller place. We should be under no illusion that we are sheltered from cybercrime and it is much closer than most people think,’ said Mrs Loveridge.
Anyone wanting more information on the courses should visit the GTA website at www.gta.gg or contact on [email protected] or 721555